Border Terrier vs Mudi

Compare Border Terrier and Mudi 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

Mudi

Breed type

Purebred

Height

28 – 40 cm

38 – 47 cm

Weight

5 – 7 kg

8 – 13 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 14 years

13 – 14 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

4/5

3/5

Trainability

4/5

3/5

Health

4/5

5/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Border Terrier

Super smart

Low grooming

Easy to train

Tiny

Mudi

Small

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.

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About Mudi

The Mudi is a medium Hungarian herding dog with a wavy or curly coat and lively expression. Intelligent, loyal, and versatile, it excels in work and dog sports. Naturally watchful and reserved with strangers, it needs extensive mental and physical activity and remains a relatively rare breed.

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