The history of the breed began in the 17th century when local farmers bred a hunting dog – brave, hardy – to exterminate animals that caused damage to their farms (foxes, martens, badgers, hares, etc.) and for hunting in a flock. In addition, the compact size of these terriers allowed them to climb into burrows.
#1 Believe it or not, it is the unsightly Border Terrier that is the most beloved dog breed for most Englishmen.
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#2 This dog appeared in the nineteenth century.
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#3 In those days, his main purpose was hunting.
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