Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

Boston Huahuas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Border Collie, American Eskimo

Chihuahua, Boston Terrier

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

White
Cream
Black

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Boston Huahuas 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.

A Boston Huahua can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Cataracts

Allergies

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

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Angiocardiography or Radiography Imagery

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

Boston Huahuas 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

Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Playing, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Eating, Walks, Playing in yard, Napping, Hikes, Playing catch, Socializing, Photography, Car rides, Snuggling, Run, Playdate, Window watching, Sun bathing, Fetch

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 Boston Huahua, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Ski-Border requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Huahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Boston Huahua 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
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 8-25 pound (4 - 11 kg) Boston Huahua 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 Ski-Border is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Huahua is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 a Boston Huahua 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.

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

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

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

Boston Huahuas have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Ski-Borders are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Boston Huahuas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Boston Huahuas 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.

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