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Ski-Border Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Ski-Border so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed American Eskimo Dog and Border Collie mix

Ski-Border Size and Weight

Size
Is a Ski-Border small, medium or large dog?

How big do Ski-Border get?

What is the average size of a Ski-Border?

LargeMedium
Weight
How much does the Ski-Border weigh? How much should a Ski-Border weight? What is the normal weight of a Ski-Border? How much does a full-grown Ski-Border weight?
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Ski-Border?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Ski-Border? Ski-Border height:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Ski-Border?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Ski-Border Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Ski-Border puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Ski-Border in the United States? How much money is a Ski-Border?

Where to buy a Ski-Border with a good pedigree?

$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Ski-Border, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Ski-Border for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Ski-Border gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Ski-Border? How many Ski-Border are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Ski-Border is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Ski-Border Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Ski-Border? Is the Ski-Border breed dumb or smart?
Smart: The Ski-Border dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Ski-Border is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Ski-Border dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Ski-Border?
Ski-Border dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Ski-Border good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Ski-Border dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Ski-Border dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Ski-Border dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Ski-Border dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Ski-Border Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Ski-Border have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
IndependentEnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveLoyalTenacious
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Ski-Border sensitivity:
Sensitive: Ski-Border dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Ski-Border a good family dog?
High: Ski-Border dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Ski-Border need? Ski-Border social needs:
Ski-Border dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Ski-Border to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Ski-Border roam?
Ski-Border dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Ski-Border have high prey drive?
Ski-Border dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Ski-Border Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Ski-Border is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Ski-Border dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Ski-Border bark?
Average to High: The Ski-Border is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Ski-Border good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Ski-Border in an apartment?
Apartment-friendly dog the Ski-Border breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Ski-Border Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Ski-Border dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Ski-Border be left alone? How long can you leave a Ski-Border alone?
Ski-Border dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Ski-Border Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Ski-Border has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Ski-Border? How much bite force does a Ski-Border have? How strong is a Ski-Border bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Ski-Border bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Ski-Border measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Ski-Border is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Ski-Border bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Ski-Border bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Ski-Border puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Ski-Border, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Ski-Border bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Ski-Border can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Ski-Border bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Ski-Border? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Ski-Border? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Ski-Border has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Ski-Border do?
Ski-Border dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Ski-Border dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Ski-Border Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Ski-Border dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Ski-Border is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Ski-Border breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Ski-Border breed? Most common health risks of Ski-Border:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationAllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDiabetesCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Ski-Border breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Ski-Border see the vet?
Average
The Ski-Border should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Ski-Border dogs live? How old can a Ski-Border be? What is the age limit of the Ski-Border? How many years can the oldest Ski-Border live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Ski-Border?

How long is the lifespan of a Ski-Border?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Ski-Border: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Ski-Border can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.

Ski-Border Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Ski-Border have? What is the activity level of the Ski-Border?
Ski-Border dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Ski-Border need? How much exercise do Ski-Border dogs require per day?

Do Ski-Border dogs need a lot of exercises?

Ski-Border dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Ski-Border breed need?
Ski-Border dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Ski-Border Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Ski-Border need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Ski-Border breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Ski-Border? How much food should I feed my Ski-Border?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Ski-Border risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Ski-Border's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Ski-Border weight regularly.

Ski-Border Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Ski-Border have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FluffyDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Ski-Border coats?
BlackTan Red White Sable Brindle BiscuitLilacGold Seal White & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming
How to groom the Ski-Border and how often? How often should I take my Ski-Border to the groomer?
Average: The Ski-Border requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Ski-Border, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Shedding Level
How much do Ski-Border dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Ski-Border? Do Ski-Border dogs shed a lot?
Ski-Border dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Ski-Border breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Ski-Border need a bath? How often should you give a Ski-Border a bath? Can I bathe my Ski-Border every day?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Ski-Border breed hypoallergenic?
No
Ski-Border dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Ski-Border has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Ski-Border drool?
The Ski-Border is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Ski-Border could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Ski-Border.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Ski-Border Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Ski-Border dogs get along with other pets? Are Ski-Border dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Ski-Border dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Ski-Border temperament with other people:
Ski-Border dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Ski-Border dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Ski-Border temperament with children:
Ski-Border dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Ski-Border dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Ski-Border breed live with a cat?
Ski-Border dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Ski-Border good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Ski-Border dogs get along with other dogs?
Ski-Border dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Ski-Border can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Ski-Border breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Ski-Border breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Ski-Border dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Ski-Border dogs good office canines? Do Ski-Border dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Ski-Border is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Ski-Border dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Ski-Border temperament with senior people? Are Ski-Border dogs good for elderly owners?
Ski-Borders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Ski-Border As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Ski-Border be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Ski-Border breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Ski-Border be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Ski-Border be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Ski-Border breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Ski-Border be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Ski-Border breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Ski-Border be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Ski-Border breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Ski-Border be a boat dog?

Not really

Ski-Border breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Ski-Border be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Ski-Border is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Ski-Border dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Ski-Border Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Ski-Border pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Ski-Border breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Ski-Border: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Ski-Border have in a litter? How many puppies can the Ski-Border breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Ski-Border have? How many puppies can a Ski-Border give birth to?
4-8 puppies

Ski-Border Recognition

AKC Group
Is Ski-Border recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Ski-Border recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Ski-Border Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Smart: The Ski-Border dogs have great intelligence.
  • Trainability: Ski-Border dogs are easy to train.
  • Apartment Friendly: Apartment-friendly dog the Ski-Border breed.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Ski-Border is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Ability: Ski-Border dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Ski-Border dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Ski-Border dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Ski-Border dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Ski-Borders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Ski-Border dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Ski-Border dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Ski-Border dogs shed above average.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Ski-Border's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthiness: Ski-Border dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Ski-Border dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Ski-Border is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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