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- Average Litter Size of Border Terrier
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Border Terrier Will Have
- How Much Does the Border Terrier Puppy Weigh at Birth?
- How Big Will a Border Terrier Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Border Terrier Puppy
- How Long is a Border Terrier Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Border Terrier
- Conclusion on Border Terrier Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Border Terrier
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 27 different Border Terrier birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Border Terriers can have is 5 puppies. Also, the Border Terrier can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 9 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Border Terrier compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Border Terrier Will Have
Border Terrier Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Border Terrier will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Border Terrier is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Border Terrier litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Border Terrier will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Border Terrier
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Border Terrier will have if your Border Terrier gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Border Terrier. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Border Terrier at different ages. This table applies to a Border Terrier that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 0 to 7 puppies |
How Much Does the Border Terrier Puppy Weigh at Birth?
Veterinarian researchers did a study to find out how much Border Terrier puppies weigh at birth. These researchers weighed 5 Border Terrier puppies at birth.
Based on the study of the weight of 5 Border Terrier puppies, the average weight of the Border Terrier at birth is 193 grams (6.8 ounces). The birth weight of the Border Terrier puppy typically ranges from 190 grams (6.7 ounces) to 200 grams (7.1 ounces).
16 ounces equal one pound.
The factors that affect the weight of a Border Terrier puppy at birth include the size, weight, and age of the mother.
Importantly, research has also shown that female dogs that give birth at ages between 2 and 8 years give birth to puppies that are heavier than puppies birthed by younger or older female dogs.
How Big Will a Border Terrier Puppy Get?
A Border Terrier puppy will grow up to weigh around 11 to 15 pounds. Furthermore, a Border Terrier puppy will grow up to be 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Border Terrier weight and how big Border Terriers grow here
How Much is a Border Terrier Puppy
The average price of a Border Terrier puppy is $1160. The price of a Border Terrier puppy ranges from $800 to $1400.
Since the Border Terrier has an average litter size of 5, therefore a Border Terrier litter birth is worth $5800.
To learn more about the price of Border Terrier puppy, check our review on how much Border Terrier puppy cost, and Border Terrier buying advice.
How Long is a Border Terrier Pregnant?
Border Terriers are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Border Terriers can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Border Terrier conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Border Terrier for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Border Terrier
To ensure that your Border Terrier successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Border Terrier well: A good diet will ensure that your Border Terrier has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Border Terrier is in good health: Ensure you take your Border Terrier to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Border Terrier gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Border Terrier is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Border Terrier Litter Size
Border Terriers can have 5 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Border Terrier will have depends on factors such as the age of the Border Terrier and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Border Terriers the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Border Terrier. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Border Terrier gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Border Terriers in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.