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Border Schnollie Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Border Schnollie so you can get to know the breed more.

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Common Names & Aliases
What other names is a Border Schnollie known by? Discover all traditional, regional and informal names used for this breed.
Standard Border Schnollie
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Border Schnollie? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Border Collie and Standard Schnauzer mix

Border Schnollie Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Border Schnollie? Learn how big the Border Schnollie breed typically grows.
LargeMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does a Border Schnollie weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Border Schnollie breed.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Schnollie?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Schnollie? Border Schnollie height:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Schnollie?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Border Schnollie Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Border Schnollie puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Border Schnollie costs.
$1200-$1500
If you choose to purchase the Border Schnollie, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Border Schnollie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Schnollie gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Schnollie? How many Border Schnollie are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Schnollie is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Border Schnollie Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Border Schnollie? Discover the Border Schnollie's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Border Schnollie is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Border Schnollie is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Border Schnollie? Learn about the Border Schnollie's trainability and response to training methods.
Border Schnollie dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Border Schnollie as a watchdog? Learn about the Border Schnollie's alertness and guarding instincts.
Border Schnollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Border Schnollie dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Border Schnollie protective of its territory? Learn about the Border Schnollie's guarding instincts and behavior.
Border Schnollie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Border Schnollie can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Border Schnollie will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Border Schnollie Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Border Schnollie have? Learn about characteristic Border Schnollie temperament and behavior traits.
PlayfulEnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentResponsiveLoyalDevotedLivelyTenaciousTrainableGood-natured
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Schnollie sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Schnollie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Border Schnollie a good family dog?
High: Border Schnollie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Standard Border Schnollie need? Border Schnollie social needs:
Border Schnollie dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Border Schnollie to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Schnollie roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Schnollie is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Schnollie have high prey drive?
Border Schnollie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Border Schnollie dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Border Schnollie Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Border Schnollie bark a lot? Learn about typical Border Schnollie vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Border Schnollie barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Border Schnollie? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Border Schnollie breed.
The Border Schnollie is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Border Schnollie live in an apartment? Learn about the Border Schnollie's suitability for apartment living.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Border Schnollie indoors.

Border Schnollie Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Border Schnollie to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Border Schnollie's flexibility to new situations.
Border Schnollie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Border Schnollie be left alone? Learn about the Border Schnollie's tolerance to solitude.
Border Schnollie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Schnollie Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Border Schnollie biting potential? Learn about the Border Schnollie's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Border Schnollie has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Border Schnollie mouthy? Learn about the Border Schnollie's tendency to use mouth during play.
Border Schnollie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Border Schnollie dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Border Schnollie bite? Learn about the Border Schnollie's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Schnollie bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Border Schnollie measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Border Schnollie is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Border Schnollie bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Border Schnollie bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Border Schnollie puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Border Schnollie, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Border Schnollie bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Border Schnollie can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Border Schnollie Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Border Schnollie live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Border Schnollie breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Schnollie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Border Schnollie handle different weather? Learn about the Border Schnollie's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Schnollie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Border Schnollie? Discover typical conditions affecting the Border Schnollie breed.
Border Schnollies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. Regular vet check-ups are needed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Border Schnollie need vet visits? Learn about the Border Schnollie's veterinary care requirements.
Frequent
The Border Schnollie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Schnollie breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Schnollie breed? Most common health risks of Border Schnollie:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansFollicular Dermatitis

Border Schnollie Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Border Schnollie? Understand daily activity needs of the Border Schnollie breed.
Border Schnollie dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Border Schnollie need? How much exercise do Border Schnollie dogs require per day?

Do Border Schnollie dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Schnollie dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Border Schnollie breed need?
Border Schnollie dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Border Schnollie Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Border Schnollie prone to weight gain? Learn about the Border Schnollie's obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Border Schnollie has a low to the average risk for obesity. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Border Schnollie weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Border Schnollie need daily? Learn about the Border Schnollie's feeding requirements.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Border Schnollie Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Border Schnollie hypoallergenic? Learn about the Border Schnollie's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Border Schnollie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Border Schnollie come in? Discover all possible Border Schnollie color variations.
BlackTan Red Sable Brindle LilacGold Seal Pepper SaltWhite & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Border Schnollie need? Learn about Border Schnollie coat maintenance requirements.
Advanced: The Border Schnollie requires a lot of grooming. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer can be helpful sometimes.

Regular brushed dog's coat is less likely to shed. Ears and eyes should be cleaned often to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Occasional dog nail trimming and dog baths are important.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and to give your Border Schnollie a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Border Schnollie, search for the best dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.
Drooling Tendency
Does a Border Schnollie drool a lot? Learn about the Border Schnollie's drooling habits.
The Border Schnollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Border Schnollie could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Border Schnollie.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Border Schnollie smell bad? Learn about the Border Schnollie's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Border Schnollie has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Border Schnollie have? Learn about the Border Schnollie's fur characteristics.
WiryDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Bathing Needs
How often does a Border Schnollie need baths? Learn about the Border Schnollie's bathing requirements.
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Shedding Level
How much do Border Schnollie dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Standard Border Schnollie? Do Border Schnollie dogs shed a lot?
Border Schnollie dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Border Schnollie Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Border Schnollie good with children? Learn about the Border Schnollie's behavior around kids of different ages.
Border Schnollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Border Schnollie get along with other pets? Discover the Border Schnollie's compatibility with other animals.
Border Schnollie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Border Schnollie temperament with other people:
Border Schnollie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
How well do Border Schnollie dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Border Schnollie breed live with a cat?
Border Schnollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Border Schnollie good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Border Schnollie dogs get along with other dogs?
Border Schnollie dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Border Schnollie can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Border Schnollie breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Border Schnollie breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Border Schnollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Border Schnollie dogs good office canines? Do Border Schnollie dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Border Schnollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Border Schnollie dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Standard Border Schnollie temperament with senior people? Are Border Schnollie dogs good for elderly owners?
Border Schnollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Schnollie As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Border Schnollie be a service dog? Learn about the Border Schnollie's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Border Schnollie good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Border Schnollie's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Border Schnollie good at detection work? Learn about the Border Schnollie's scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Border Schnollie do search and rescue? Learn about the Border Schnollie's SAR capabilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Border Schnollie good on boats? Learn about the Border Schnollie's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Border Schnollie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Border Schnollie pull carts? Learn about the Border Schnollie's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Border Schnollie is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Border Schnollie used in military service? Learn about the Border Schnollie's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Schnollie Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Border Schnollie usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Border Schnollie pregnant? Learn about the Border Schnollie's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Schnollie: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Border Schnollie have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Border Schnollie Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Border Schnollie in? Learn about the Border Schnollie's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Border Schnollie in? Learn about the Border Schnollie's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Schnollie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Border Schnollie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Border Schnollie dogs are easy to train.
  • Shedding Level: Border Schnollie dogs are low shedders.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Border Schnollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Obesity Tendency: Low to Average: The Border Schnollie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
  • Watchdog Rating: Border Schnollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Border Schnollie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Border Schnollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Border Schnollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Border Schnollie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Schnollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Schnollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search & Rescue Potential: This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Health Concerns: Border Schnollies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Border Schnollie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming Requirements: Advanced: The Border Schnollie requires a lot of grooming.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Border Schnollie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Border Schnollie is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Border Schnollie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Border Schnollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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