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Giant Border Schnollie Information & Dog Breed Facts

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

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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Giant Border Schnollie? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Border Collie and Giant Schnauzer mix

Giant Border Schnollie Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Giant Border Schnollie? Learn how big the Giant Border Schnollie breed typically grows.
LargeGiant
Weight Statistics
How much does a Giant Border Schnollie weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Giant Border Schnollie breed.
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Giant Border Schnollie?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Giant Border Schnollie? Giant Border Schnollie height:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Giant Border Schnollie?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Giant Border Schnollie Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Giant Border Schnollie puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Giant Border Schnollie costs.
$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Giant Border Schnollie gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Giant Border Schnollie? How many Giant Border Schnollie are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Giant Border Schnollie? Discover the Giant Border Schnollie's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Giant Border Schnollie? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's trainability and response to training methods.
Giant Border Schnollie dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Giant Border Schnollie as a watchdog? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's alertness and guarding instincts.
Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Giant Border Schnollie protective of its territory? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's guarding instincts and behavior.
Giant Border Schnollie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Giant Border Schnollie can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Giant Border Schnollie will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Giant Border Schnollie Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Giant Border Schnollie have? Learn about characteristic Giant Border Schnollie temperament and behavior traits.
EnergeticProtectiveAlertPowerfulIntelligentResponsiveDominantLoyalKindStrongWilledTenacious
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Giant Border Schnollie sensitivity:
Sensitive: Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie a good family dog?
Average to High: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. They like being involved in the family's life. This breed isn't considered an aloof dog.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Giant Border Schnollie need? Giant Border Schnollie social needs:
Giant Border Schnollie dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Giant Border Schnollie to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Giant Border Schnollie roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie have high prey drive?
Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Giant Border Schnollie Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Giant Border Schnollie bark a lot? Learn about typical Giant Border Schnollie vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Giant Border Schnollie breed.
The Giant Border Schnollie is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Giant Border Schnollie live in an apartment? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's suitability for apartment living.
It is not recommended to keep the Giant Border Schnollie breed in the home. It does best in the garden, but if you do want to keep it indoors, it should be exercised thoroughly with long daily walks, so you can keep the Giant Border Schnollie indoors by introducing daily routines.

Giant Border Schnollie Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Giant Border Schnollie to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's flexibility to new situations.
Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie be left alone? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's tolerance to solitude.
Giant Border Schnollie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Giant Border Schnollie Bite Characteristics

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

Low 🔽

The Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie mouthy? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's tendency to use mouth during play.
Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Giant Border Schnollie bite? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Giant Border Schnollie bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Giant Border Schnollie measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Giant Border Schnollie is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Giant Border Schnollie bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Giant 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 Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Giant Border Schnollie Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Giant Border Schnollie live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Giant Border Schnollie breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Giant Border Schnollie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Giant Border Schnollie handle different weather? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie? Discover typical conditions affecting the Giant Border Schnollie breed.
Giant Border Schnollies are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Giant Border Schnollie need vet visits? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's veterinary care requirements.
Rare
The Giant Border Schnollie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Giant Border Schnollie breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Giant Border Schnollie breed? Most common health risks of Giant Border Schnollie:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia AllergiesCancerProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)BloatEpilepsyHeart ProblemsElbow DysplasiaRetinal DysplasiaCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansGlaucomaKeratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Giant Border Schnollie Energy and Activity

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

Do Giant Border Schnollie dogs need a lot of exercises?

Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie breed need?
Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Giant Border Schnollie prone to weight gain? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's obesity risks.
Average: The Giant Border Schnollie has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. 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 Giant Border Schnollie weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Giant Border Schnollie need daily? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's feeding requirements.
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Giant Border Schnollie Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Giant Border Schnollie hypoallergenic? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie come in? Discover all possible Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie need? Learn about Giant Border Schnollie coat maintenance requirements.
Average: The Giant Border Schnollie requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

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

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Giant Border Schnollie, search for a 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 Giant Border Schnollie drool a lot? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's drooling habits.
The Giant Border Schnollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Giant 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 Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie smell bad? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie have? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's fur characteristics.
WiryDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Bathing Needs
How often does a Giant Border Schnollie need baths? Learn about the Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Giant Border Schnollie? Do Giant Border Schnollie dogs shed a lot?
Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie Good With

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

Giant Border Schnollie As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Giant Border Schnollie be a service dog? Learn about the Giant 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).

Giant Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Giant Border Schnollie good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Giant Border Schnollie good at detection work? Learn about the Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Giant Border Schnollie do search and rescue? Learn about the Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

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

Not really

Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie pull carts? Learn about the Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

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

Not really

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

Giant Border Schnollie Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Giant Border Schnollie usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Giant Border Schnollie pregnant? Learn about the Giant Border Schnollie's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Giant 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 Giant 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.

Giant Border Schnollie Recognition

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

Giant Border Schnollie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Giant Border Schnollie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are easy to train.
  • Health Concerns: Giant Border Schnollies are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Shedding Level: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are low shedders.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Giant Border Schnollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Rating: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Giant Border Schnollie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Giant Border Schnollies are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Giant 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
  • Allergy Friendliness: Giant Border Schnollie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Apartment Adaptability: It is not recommended to keep the Giant Border Schnollie breed in the home.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Giant 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 Giant Border Schnollie is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Giant Border Schnollie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Dog Friendly: Giant Border Schnollie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Giant Border Schnollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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