- Breeder Facts

1.     Professional Affiliations:

Border terrier breeders must belong to professional organizations, such as the AKC (American Kennel Club), UKC (United Kennel Club), or the NKC (National Kennel Club).

2.     Why Use a Breeder:

Border Terrier breeders will ensure that the Border Terrier you are taking home is genetically pure as per the breed's AKC definition, details of lineage, ancestry, and championship status. Above all, breeders will assure the interested party that the dog is free from any genetic or medical complications.

3.     How to Find:

Professional dog organizations maintain an exhaustive list of Border terrier breeders.

4.     What to Expect:

A breeder will provide you with the complete information on the dog breed, its ancestors, its parents, championship status, and medical records. In addition, the breeder will always be available for help on feeding, training, or any other issues. The breeder should offer a guarantee of the dog he has supplied.

5.     Breeder's Surroundings:

A breeder should maintain all possible health and hygiene standards have designated areas for grooming, medical procedures, play areas, and isolation areas.

Border Terrier Breeders - Newborn Facts

1.     Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

The average litter size is 5 and can vary between 2 to 8.

2.     Age to Be Sold:

The average age Border Terrier puppies are sold is 3 to 5 weeks.

3.     What to Look For in a Newborn:

A puppy should be active and kept in a clean, warm surrounding. You need to insist on a record of the vaccinations that your dog has received.

4.     Registry:

Your terrier should preferably be registered with a professional dog organization.

5.     AKC Recognized Characteristics:

Dogs from Border Terrier breeders should have a proportionate body and be free of any physical deformities. There should be no discharge from the mouth or eyes.

6.     Expense to Purchase Newborn:

Border terrier breeders are likely to cost you approximately $500 to $900.

7.     Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

Your breeder should encourage you to meet the pup's parents and should be ready with medical, ancestry records, and championship status, if any.

Border terrier breeders - Breeder Concerns

1.     Breeder Reputation:

You need to inquire about the reputation and track record of the breeder from knowledgeable people, such as the vet, responsible friends, dog enthusiasts, and professional organizations.

2.     Pet Health:

Border Terriers are generally healthy dogs, but are susceptible to heart ailments.

3.     Assurances:

Your breeder should give you a written document assuring the quality of the dog and willing to advise in cases of behavioral or medical emergencies.