Border Terrier tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Dunker has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Border Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Dunker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Intelligent
Alert
Fearless
Obedient

Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

Border Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Dunkers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Border of Scotland and England

Norway

dandie dinmont terrier, bedlington terrier

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

1700s

19th Century

Terrier (AKC:1930 & UKC)

Scenthounds (UKC)

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Blue
Brindle

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

Border Terriers have short coats.

Dunkers have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Border Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Dunker can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Border Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dunkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Border Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dunkers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Deafness

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Fanconi Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia

Fanconi Urine Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

Border Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Dunkers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Border Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Dunker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Border Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dunkers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Border Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Dunker is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Border Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Dunker dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Sniffing, Walks, Walk, Hunt, Chase, Fetch, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Walking

Walking, Running

Border Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Dunkers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dunker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Border Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dunker has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Border Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Dunker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Border Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-39 pound (11 - 18 kg) Dunker feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Border Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Border Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dunkers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Border Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dunkers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Border Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Dunkers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Border Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Dunkers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Border Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Dunkers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Border Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Dunkers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Border Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dunkers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.