Border Terrier Puppy

A Border Terrier puppy can make a good pet even for a novice owner. This breed is designed for hunting small game, but it’s very versatile and adaptable to a variety of tasks. Border Terriers do not need any special training and coat maintenance. Their exercise needs are rather low. These dogs don’t demand much exercise, but enjoy playing with children or following the master around the house. When left alone, these dogs are able to entertain themselves and don’t suffer from separation anxiety. Border Terriers adapt to the activity level of the family. They are good companions for sport and hiking and can make quiet pets for families with a sedate lifestyle.

A Border Terrier puppy will get along well with cats and other dogs, if raised together with them. Adult dogs tend to be dog-aggressive, just like most terriers. Overaggressive dogs may be difficult to control, if they were not given at least basic obedience training when puppies. Those who have no dog ownership experience, are recommended to hire a professional trainer.

A Border Terrier puppy is not difficult to housebreak. Dogs of this breed are very intelligent and understand quickly what is required from them. The breed in general is eager to please, but able to make independent decisions. Positive motivation works better with this breed than drill and repetitive exercises. Border Terriers do well in task-oriented activities. They are excellent in agility. Friendly personality and even temperament make Border Terriers good therapy dogs and companions for the elderly. This breed is often used to aid the deaf and blind.

The best characteristics of the breed are inherent only in purebred dogs. The purebreds can be of the show or pet quality. Show or breeder quality dogs correspond to the breed standard and can be used for breeding. Pet quality dogs have minor defects that disqualify from the show ring. Such dogs are not bred, as they will transmit their characteristics to the offspring. Pet dogs possess the same personality and working abilities of the show quality dogs and make gentle and loving pets. Prior to purchasing a Border Terrier puppy, decide what type of a dog you need.