Giant Border Schnollie Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Giant Border Schnollie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Responsive
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Tenacious

Giant Border Schnollie dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Border Collie and Giant Schnauzer

Unknown

Brown

Black

Pied
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White

The coat of a Giant Border Schnollie falls in the medium length category.

Wiry

A Giant Border Schnollie can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Giant Border Schnollie dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Giant Border Schnollie breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Epilepsy
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Exam

Giant Border Schnollie have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Giant Border Schnollies are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Giant Border Schnollies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Border Schnollie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Giant Border Schnollies usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Giant Border Schnollie is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Giant Border Schnollie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-90 pound (16 - 41 kg) Giant Border Schnollie feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Giant Border Schnollie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Border Schnollie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Giant Border Schnollie in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Giant Border Schnollies living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Giant Border Schnollies are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Giant Border Schnollies are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Giant Border Schnollies are below average dog friendly dogs. Giant Border Schnollie dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Giant Border Schnollies are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Giant Border Schnollies are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Giant Border Schnollie for a mellower experience.

Giant Border Schnollie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.