Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Devoted
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Clever
Extroverted

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

Dameranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Border Collie, American Eskimo

Pomeranian, Dachshund

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Red
Cream
Black
Gray
Fawn
Blue
Sable
Brindle

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Dameranians have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Epilepsy
Bloat

Cataracts

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Allergy Testing

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

Dameranians 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

Fetch, Tug of war, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Walking, Snuggling, Playdate, Play, Nap, Running, Sleep, Eating Snacks, Sleeping, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Cuddles, Digging

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.

Dameranians 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.

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 Dameranian, 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 Dameranians 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.

Dameranian 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
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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Dameranian 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 Dameranian 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 Dameranian 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.

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

Dameranians 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.

Dameranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Dameranians 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.

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

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

Dameranians 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.

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