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

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Giant Border Schnollies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Schipperkes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Border Collie and Giant Schnauzer

sheepdog

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Wiry

Straight

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 Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Schipperkes 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 Schipperke breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Epilepsy
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Shoulder Osteochondrosis

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Exam

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

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

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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.

Schipperkes 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 Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Schipperkes usually need at least 45 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.

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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 are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Schipperkes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Schipperkes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Schipperkes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Giant Border Schnollies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.