Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Italian Mastweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Border Collie, American Eskimo

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Italian Mastweilers 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 Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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.

Italian Mastweilers 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.

Italian Mastweilers 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

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

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

Italian Mastweiler 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.

Italian Mastweilers 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

Biking, Hiking

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.

Italian Mastweilers 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 Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 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 Italian Mastweiler 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.

Italian Mastweiler 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
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 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 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 Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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.

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

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

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

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

Italian Mastweilers are not very stranger friendly.

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

Italian Mastweilers 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.

Italian Mastweilers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.