(1) A nonspecific term for any condition that affects multiple arteries. (2) Polyarteritis nodosa, see there. (pol'Ä-ahr'tÄr-Ä«'tis) Simultaneous inflammation of a number of arteries. inflammatory and degenerative lesions of the arterial walls in a number of isolated locations.
The Border Collie comes in two coat varieties: rough or smooth. Both varieties are double coat and weather resistant and are close fitting and thick. The outer coat is either wavy or straight and coarse in texture. The under coat is dense, short, and soft. The rough coat variety has fur of medium length.
The Border Terrier is a small, medium-boned sturdy dog. The shoulders and body are narrow. The space between the eyes is relatively wide. The muzzle is short and usually dark, with a slight, moderately broad stop. The nose is black. The teeth are strong with a scissors bite.