Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

Ski-Borders are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Austrian Pinschers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Border Collie, American Eskimo

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

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19th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Black
Red
Brown

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Austrian Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Ski-Border can have a litter of 4-8 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.

An Austrian Pinscher can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Ski-Borders are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Austrian Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Austrian Pinschers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

Congenital Heart Defect

Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Wellness Check
Eye and Ear Examination

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Austrian Pinscher has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Ski-Borders are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Austrian Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Run, Walk, Fetch, Snuggling, Walks an runs

Walking, Playing fetch, Tug o war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ski-Border, it's at least 7 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 Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Ski-Borders 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 Austrian Pinschers 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 Ski-Border requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Austrian Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Austrian Pinscher 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

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Ski-Border 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 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 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 Ski-Border is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Ski-Border is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

The average per month expenses of an Austrian Pinscher is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Austrian Pinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Ski-Border is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Austrian Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Ski-Borders are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Ski-Borders are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Ski-Borders are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Ski-Borders are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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