Border Terrier vs Russkiy Toy
Compare Border Terrier and Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 40 cm
22 – 27 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
2 – 3 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
11 – 12 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Border Terrier
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Russkiy Toy
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 Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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