Border Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier vs Patterdale Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Border Terrier

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Border Terrier

5/5 Β· Ideal

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Parson Russell Terrier

13-15 years

Easiest to Train

Border Terrier

4/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

Border Terrier

πŸ‘‘ Winner

4/6

67%

Parson Russell Terrier

3/6

50%

Patterdale Terrier

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Scotland
England
England
England
Popularity
#92
#119
#227
Common Names & Aliases
Borders
ParsonParson Jack Russell TerrierJack Russell Terrier
Black Fell Terrier
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Medium
Small
Weight Statistics
6-7 kg, Female: 5-6 kg
6-8 kg
5-6 kg
Average Weight
6.6 kg, Female: 5.7 kg
7.3 kg
5.4 kg
Height
Male: 33-41 cm, Female: 28-36 cm
31-36 cm
30-38 cm
Average Height
Male: 37 cm, Female: 32 cm
33.5 cm
34.3 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
2/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
1/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$1200-$1400
$400-$600
$500-$700
Availability
5/5
4/5
3/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateOutrightTemperedIntelligentAlertFearlessObedient
EnergeticEagerIntelligentBoldHappyObedient
BoldEnergeticInquisitiveConfidentFriendlyIntelligent
Sensitivity Level
3/5
3/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
4/5
3/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
4/5
Social Needs
3/5
3/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
4/5
5/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
3/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
5/5
4/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
13-15 years
11-13 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
2/5
Health Problems
CryptorchidismHeart MurmursHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismMalocclusionsPatellar LuxationPulmonic StenosisSeizures
Not available
Conjunctivitis
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Frequent
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
1/5
1/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueTanRedGrizzleWheaten
TanWhiteBrownBlack
GoldenBrownBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
2/5
2/5
Shedding Level
1/5
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
2/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Rough
Rough
SmoothRoughDense
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
2/5
1/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
1/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
3/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Below Average
Not Good
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
No
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
2-8 puppies
4-8 puppies
2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.Club Espanol De Terriers
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Rare Breed AssociationAmerica's Pet RegistryContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.National Kennel ClubUnited Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value