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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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Other Names
What other names does the Border Schnollie have?
Standard Border Schnollie
Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Border Collie and Standard Schnauzer mix

Border Schnollie Size and Weight

Size
Is a Border Schnollie small, medium or large dog?

How big do Border Schnollie get?

What is the average size of a Border Schnollie?

LargeMedium
Weight
How much does the Border Schnollie weigh? How much should a Border Schnollie weight? What is the normal weight of a Border Schnollie? How much does a full-grown Border Schnollie weight?
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
How much does the Border Schnollie puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Border Schnollie in the United States? How much money is a Border Schnollie?

Where to buy a Border Schnollie with a good pedigree?

$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

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Border Schnollie? Is the Border Schnollie breed dumb or smart?
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.

Trainability
Are Border Schnollie dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Border Schnollie?
Border Schnollie dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Border Schnollie good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
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.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Border Schnollie dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
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

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Border Schnollie have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
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

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Border Schnollie is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Border Schnollie dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Standard Border Schnollie bark?
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.

Apartment Friendly
Is Border Schnollie good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Border Schnollie in an apartment?
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

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Border Schnollie be left alone? How long can you leave a Border Schnollie alone?
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 Force PSI
Does the Border Schnollie has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Border Schnollie? How much bite force does a Border Schnollie have? How strong is a Border Schnollie bite?

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.

Biting Potential
Do Border Schnollie bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Standard Border Schnollie? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Border Schnollie? Why do dog bites happen?

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.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Border Schnollie do?
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.

Border Schnollie Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Border Schnollie dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Border Schnollies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. Regular vet check-ups are needed.
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
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Border Schnollie breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Border Schnollie see the vet?
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.
Life Expectancy
How long do Border Schnollie dogs live? How old can a Border Schnollie be? What is the age limit of the Border Schnollie? How many years can the oldest Border Schnollie live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Border Schnollie?

How long is the lifespan of a Border Schnollie?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Schnollie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
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.

Border Schnollie Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Border Schnollie have? What is the activity level of the Border Schnollie?
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

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Border Schnollie need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Border Schnollie breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Border Schnollie? How much food should I feed my Border Schnollie?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Border Schnollie risk for obesity:
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.

Border Schnollie Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Border Schnollie have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
WiryDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Border Schnollie coats?
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
How to groom the Border Schnollie and how often? How often should I take my Border Schnollie to the groomer?
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.
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.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Border Schnollie need a bath? How often should you give a Border Schnollie a bath? Can I bathe my Border Schnollie every day?
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.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Border Schnollie breed hypoallergenic?
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.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

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.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Border Schnollie drool?
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.

Border Schnollie Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Border Schnollie dogs get along with other pets? Are Border Schnollie dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
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.
Child Friendly
Are Border Schnollie dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Border Schnollie temperament with children:
Border Schnollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
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
Are they good as service dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

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 Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Border Schnollie be an emotional support animal?

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.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a search and rescue dog?

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.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a boat dog?

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.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Border Schnollie be a drafting dog?

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.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Border Schnollie dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

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

Border Schnollie Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Border Schnollie pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Border Schnollie breed is pregnant?

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.

Litter Frequency

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.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Border Schnollie have in a litter? How many puppies can the Border Schnollie breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Border Schnollie have? How many puppies can a Border Schnollie give birth to?
4-8 puppies

Border Schnollie Recognition

AKC Group
Is Border Schnollie recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Border Schnollie recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Schnollie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Outstanding: Border Schnollie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Trainability: 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.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Low to Average: The Border Schnollie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
  • Watchdog Ability: Border Schnollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Border Schnollie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Friendly: 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: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Health Issues: Border Schnollies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
  • Hypoallergenic: Border Schnollie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming: Advanced: The Border Schnollie requires a lot of grooming.
  • Mouthiness: 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.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: 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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