Border Terrier
VS
English Toy Terrier
Border Terrier vs English Toy Terrier
Compare Border Terrier and English Toy Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Border Terrier
English Toy Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 40 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 13 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Border Terrier
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Border Terrier
Small, sturdy terrier originally bred on the England–Scotland border to hunt foxes. Affectionate, bonded to family, yet independent with strong prey drive. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise, secure fencing, and kind training. Wiry, weather-resistant coat needs brushing and occasional hand stripping.
About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
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