Unfortunately, the Golden Border Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Tenacious
Trustworthy

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Golden Border Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Wire Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

England

Border Collie, Golden Retriever

rough-coated black and tan terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

1800s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Pied
Red
White

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Golden Border Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Golden Border Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Border Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Wire Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Golden Border Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wire Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Border Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Wire Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Golden Border Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Fetch

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

Golden Border Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Wire Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Border Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Border Retrievers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Border Retriever feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Border Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Border Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Border Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Wire Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Golden Border Retrievers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Golden Border Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.