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Border Terrier age in human years

The Border Terrier is a small breed weighing 11–15 lb, with a typical life expectancy of 12–15 years. On the size-based vet chart, a 5-year-old Border Terrier is about 36 in human years, and the breed is usually considered senior from around 10 years old. It belongs to the Terrier group.

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Border Terrier facts

Size
Small (20 lb or less)
Weight
11–15 lb
Life expectancy
12–15 years
Senior from
About 10 years old
Breed group
Terrier

Border Terrier age in human years

Border Terrier age chart. Small is 20 lb or less.
Dog ageSmallLife stage
1 year15Young adult
2 years24Young adult
3 years28Mature adult
4 years32Mature adult
5 years36Mature adult
6 years40Mature adult
7 years44Mature adult
8 years48Mature adult
9 years52Mature adult
10 years56Mature adult
11 years60Senior
12 years64Senior
13 years68Senior
14 years72Senior
15 years76Senior
16 years80Senior
17 years84Senior

The default is the size-based vet chart. See how pet age is calculated.

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FAQ

How old is a Border Terrier in human years?

The Border Terrier is a small breed weighing 11–15 lb, with a typical life expectancy of 12–15 years. On the size-based vet chart, a 5-year-old Border Terrier is about 36 in human years, and the breed is usually considered senior from around 10 years old. It belongs to the Terrier group.

How old is a 3-year-old Border Terrier in human years?

About 28, using the vet chart for small dogs. A 10-year-old Border Terrier is about 56.

What is the life expectancy of a Border Terrier?

Most live 12–15 years.

When is a Border Terrier considered a senior?

From around 10 years old, the last quarter of its expected lifespan. That is about 57 in human years.