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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Borders or Hungarian Herding Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wire Fox Terrier Border Terrier Pumi
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi breeds.
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Borders Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1200-$1400 $500-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi?
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is easiest to train?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most alert?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most protective?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi?
High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pumi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most playful?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pumi indoors.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most flexible?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which uses mouth most during play?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has fewer health issues?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which breed is most active?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. What colors are available?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
White
Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time)
Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which drools least?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pumi is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Rough Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi? Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best with kids?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Pumi?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi?
Yes
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 2-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier, and Pumi. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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