Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Poochins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Japanese Chin, Poodle

Border Collie, American Eskimo

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Black
Brown

Black

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Poochins have medium-length coats.

Ski-Borders are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Poochin can have a litter of 2-4 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 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

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

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

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

Walk, Fetch, Tug-of-war

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

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

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poochin, it's at least 5 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 Ski-Border, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poochins usually need at least 25 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 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.

Poochins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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.

The average cost of a Poochin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Ski-Border is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poochin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Poochins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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