The last two years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent over the pandemic.
But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your perfect pup.
Those with active lifestyles might want to consider a larger dog, while somebody with allergies will be looking for a hypoallergenic dog.
There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.
One dog that often appears at the top of people’s canine wishlists is the Border Terrrier – they were one of the UK’s 12 most popular dog breeds in 2020 and have a range of positive attributes that make them a great family pet.
Here are 10 fun and interesting facts about the breed.
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9. Movie stars
The Border Terrier's intelligence and relative easiness to train has seen them star in a number of blockbuster films, including There's Something About Mary, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Prometheus, Return to Oz, Cheaper by the Dozen, and A Most Violent Year. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
10. Late recognition
The Border Terrier was only recognised by the UK Kennel Club in 1920 - fully eight years after the first registration of the breed under the 'Any Other Variety' category. The first Border Terrier ever registered was called The Moss Trooper. Photo: Canva/Getty Images