Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Cav-A-Malts are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Border Collie, American Eskimo

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Cav-A-Malts have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

Cav-A-Malts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

Deafness
Cherry Eye

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

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Cav-A-Malts 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

Snuggles, Fetch, Walks, Walking

Ski-Borders 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.

Cav-A-Malts are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Cav-A-Malt dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Cav-A-Malt, it's at least 5 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 Cav-A-Malts usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Cav-A-Malt 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
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 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Cav-A-Malt 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 Cav-A-Malt is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

Cav-A-Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cav-A-Malts are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Cav-A-Malts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cav-A-Malts 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.

Cav-A-Malts are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.