Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Going
Trainable
Good-natured
Cheerful

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

United States

United States

Miniature Schnauzer, Pug

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn

Brown
White
Black

Schnugs have medium-length coats.

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Schnug 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 Border Collie Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Schnugs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Epilepsy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Kidney Stones

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Small Incidence Of Hereditary Eye Diseases Such As Collie Eye Anomaly And Primary Lens Luxation
Weight Gain
Dry Eye

None

Urinalysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Blood Chemistry
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Schnugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Collie Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Running, Kanooing

Fetch, Daily walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Training, Play, Cuddling, Running

Schnugs 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.

Border Collie Cockers 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 Schnug, it's at least 8 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 Border Collie Cocker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schnugs usually need at least 45 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 Border Collie Cockers 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.

Schnug 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-24 pound (8 - 11 kg) Schnug 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.

For an average 27-30 pound (12 - 14 kg) Border Collie Cocker 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 Schnug is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Border Collie Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schnug is between $36 - $49. This makes an average of $432 - $588 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 Border Collie Cocker is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

Border Collie Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Border Collie Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Schnugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Border Collie Cockers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Schnugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Border Collie Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Border Collie Cockers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Border Collie Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.