Border Terrier vs Large Munsterlander

Compare the Border Terrier to the Large Munsterlander. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Border Terriers and Large Munsterlanders.

Border Terrier vs Large Munsterlander
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
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General Details
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-16 Inches
23-25½ Inches
Weight
11-16 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Origin Country
Unspecified
Germany
Origin Year
1700 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Pulmonic stenosis
Malocclusions
Seizures
Cryptorchidism
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Skin irritation
Osteochondrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Border Terrier
Large Munsterlander
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue Grizzle
Blue Grizzle
Red
Red
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