Border Terrier Puppies for Sale in London
The UK's largest pet market, with breeders, rescues and private sellers across all 32 boroughs. The Border Terrier is a workmanlike, wiry-coated terrier from the Anglo-Scottish borders. Even-tempered by terrier standards and famously game.
Quick answer
How much do Border Terrier puppies cost in London?
Border Terrier puppies typically cost £800–£1,800 in London. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Border Terriers live around 12–15 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £800–£1,800
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
- Size
- Small (28–40cm)
- Exercise
- 60 minutes daily
Live Border Terrier listings in London
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Buying a Border Terrier in London
Border Terrier adverts in London come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £800–£1,800, and demand in and around London means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on London adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near London.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in London.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Border Terrier adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of London instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £800–£1,800 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in London are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in London.
About the Border Terrier
Temperament
Good-natured, hardy, active
Size
Small (28–40cm)
Lifespan
12–15 years
Exercise needs
60 minutes daily
Grooming
Medium — hand strip twice a year
Best suited to
Active families, rural homes
What to know before buying a Border Terrier in London
- •One of the most easy-going terriers with children
- •Strong prey drive around small pets
- •Weather-proof coat that sheds little
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Border Terrier buying questions
How much do Border Terrier puppies cost in the UK?+
Border Terrier puppies typically sell for £800–£1,800 in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Border Terrier breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Border Terrier a good family pet?+
Border Terriers suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Border Terrier puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Border Terrier adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Border Terrier puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Border Terrier puppies for sale in London right now?+
Live Border Terrier listings in London are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Border Terrier near London?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Border Terrier sellers in London checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in London to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.
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