Border Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier

Compare the Border Terrier to the Parson Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Border Terriers and Parson Russell Terriers.

Border Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
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General Details
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
10-16 Inches
13-14 Inches
Weight
11-16 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Origin Country
Unspecified
United States
Origin Year
1700 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Unspecified
Family Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Child Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Unspecified
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Unspecified
Personality
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Unspecified
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Pulmonic stenosis
Malocclusions
Seizures
Cryptorchidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Border Terrier
Parson Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue Grizzle
Blue Grizzle
Red
Red
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