22 Border Terrier breeders in the PuppyReports directory — including programs in TN, PA, CA, MI, ON, ME. Every listing connects to a PuppyReports™ Card so families can check the DogFacts before they choose.
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About Border Terrier Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Border Terrier, originating along the rugged border country between England and Scotland, is a small working breed in the AKC Terrier Group, historically developed to run alongside foxhounds and bolt foxes from their dens. Typically 11-16 inches tall and 11.5-15.5 pounds, they wear a distinctive wiry double coat with a loose fitting hide, requiring weekly brushing and hand stripping a few times yearly to maintain texture. Affectionate, plucky, and intelligent, they are adaptable family companions who thrive with an hour of daily exercise, secure fencing, and close involvement in household life.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Border Terrier dogs are known for: Plucky, Otter headed, Tractable, Game, Affectionate.
- Plucky
- Otter headed
- Tractable
- Game
- Affectionate
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Cats: strong prey drive may make cohabitation with cats challenging.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, heart defects, seizures, progressive retinal atrophy, CECS
When researching Border Terrier breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Border Terrier Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Border Terrier breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Border Terrier Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Border Terrier appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.