One of the smallest terriers, the Border Terrier
stands only 25cms high. Its name is thought to come from the 18th
century Border Hunt. It could keep up with horses and was capable
of confronting a fox or even the much tougher badger, its narrow
body allowing it to go to earth without difficulty. Its coat is
durable enough to withstand the weather on the Borders between England
and Scotland.
A Border Terrier Club was established in 1921 and
has members throughout the world
ref: Eyewitness Handbook of Dogs by David Alderton