Border Terrier
hunting and family dog
Puppies
There are many Border Terrier breeders today, but far from all of them breed dogs that are actually used in hunting. Many describe their dogs as “hunting-minded” or as puppies that are “suitable for everything”. As a puppy buyer, you should be aware that this often means that hunting qualities are no longer the main focus of the breeding.
A functional hunting dog and an uncomplicated companion dog are in practice two different breeding goals. A Border Terrier bred for hunting should have a strong motor, independence, sharpness and endurance — characteristics that make it effective in work but which also mean that it places demands on its handler. That type of dog is not designed to function as a loose dog in city parks or as a family dog only.
When breeders market their puppies as suitable for hunting, showing and companionship at the same time, it is therefore wise to be critical. Breeding that tries to fulfill all goals at the same time risks, in practice, eroding the qualities required in a true hunting dog.
The experience of many terrier breeds is clear: when hunting merits cease to be decisive in breeding, working ability also disappears over time. The Border Terrier is one of the few terrier breeds where functional hunting lines still remain — but this requires that the characteristics are valued and sought after.
Anyone looking for a border terrier that is good at hunting should therefore always ask:
Is the parent animal regularly used in practical hunting?
Are there documented hunting achievements, not just show results?
Is working ability prioritized over appearance?
If these questions cannot be answered clearly, it should be assumed that the dogs were primarily bred for something other than hunting.
The bitch and the male dog are presented with a description of how they are used and perform in practical hunting and with any approved hunting tests. No show merits or other merits not related to hunting will be stated.
For breeders who list their litters, the following applies:
The breeder must follow SKK's basic rules for dog breeding and transfer of dogs.
The inbreeding rate in the litter must not exceed 6.25%.
The breeder must follow laws, rules and regulations regarding the breeding and care of animals, i.e. the Animal Welfare Act, the Swedish Board of Agriculture's regulations and the Swedish Kennel Club's basic rules and breeding policy.
The breeder must follow the regulations for SLEM testing. Read more here and here
Kennel Blue Badger's has mated Nico and Wissla
A litter of real hunting puppies is on the way! Nico and Wissla are fine representatives of hunting border terriers and are widely used for hunting both above and below ground. If all goes as planned, the puppies will be born at the end of June and ready for delivery at the end of August. Fine hunting puppies are quickly ordered so do not hesitate to contact the breeder Blue Badger's immediately if you are interested in a puppy. See the breeder page for contact information.
Male, Blue Badgers No Nugget "Nico"
Nico is a living legend in the hunting context. Swedish and Finnish pot hunting champion and he is one of the few border terriers to have also passed the German Hunting Terrier's forest driving test with a rating of "very good". He has also shown his forelegs in the show ring.
Nico is used both for hunting in the pot and above ground.
He has left behind puppies with a great and early desire to hunt.
The bitch, Ground Workers Wonder "Wissla"
Wissla has so far passed a pot hunting test (three are required to become champion) and is a game tracking champion. A handsome lady who received an excellent rating at a show.
She is a high energy, early-maturing bitch with a great desire to hunt. She hunts with sable but has mainly been used for pot hunting.
Wissla has a previous litter that already shows early and great hunting desire at a young age.
This year's second litter from Ottercap is underway!
Almost 50 years of experience in breeding hunting Border Terriers is impressive to say the least. There are many fine hunting Border Terriers that come from Ottercap, if Border Terriers had a Swedish breed name it would be Ottercap Terrier!
If all goes well, the second litter of hunting puppies of the year is expected in week 24, so hurry up and order a future hunting companion at Ottercap. Parents Ester and Kula provide good conditions for a really nice hunting border terrier. See the breeder page for contact information.
Hanen, Fågeltorps Kalle Kanon "Kula"
Kula is used for practical hunting above ground where he heads on the run and by sight. Passed pot-training test and Swedish game tracking champion!
Bitch, Ottercap Wow "Ester"
Ester has passed the pot-hunting aptitude test and the game-track aptitude test. She has been hunted practically with pot-hunting and tested in wild boar pens with good results.