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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Havachons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Border Collie and Giant Schnauzer

Havanese, Bichon Frise

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White

White
Cream
Gray
Black
Brown
Silver
Blue
Pied

Giant Border Schnollies have medium-length coats.

Havachons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Curly

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.

A Havachon can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Giant Border Schnollies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Havachons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Border Schnollies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Havachon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Epilepsy
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Bladder Stones and Infections

X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Exam

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

Giant Border Schnollie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Havachon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Giant Border Schnollies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Havachons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Havachons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havachon, it's at least 9 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.

In general most Havachons usually need at least 40 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 requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Havachons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
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.

For an average 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Havachon feed 1 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 cost of a Havachon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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.

The average per month expenses of a Havachon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Giant Border Schnollies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Havachons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Giant Border Schnollies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Havachons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Giant Border Schnollies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Havachons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Giant Border Schnollies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Havachons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Border Schnollies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Havachons are highly friendly around strangers.