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

Calm
Companionable
Friendly
Cheerful
Devoted
Sociable

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

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

Border Collie and Giant Schnauzer

field spaniel

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown

Pied
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White

Brown

Wiry

Wavy

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 Sussex Spaniel can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniel 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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Exam

Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays

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

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

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

Sussex Spaniels 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.

Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Ideally, Sussex Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Sussex Spaniel feed 2 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 Sussex Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 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 Sussex Spaniel is between $74 - $84. This makes an average of $888 - $1008 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.

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

Sussex Spaniels are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

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

Giant Border Schnollies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Sussex Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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