Independent
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Tenacious
Quiet

Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Clever

Border Collie Bernards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Doxie-Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Saint Bernard, Border Collie

Japanese Chin and Dachshund

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown

Black
White
Brown
Gray

Straight

Wiry

A Border Collie Bernard 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.

A Doxie-Chin 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.

Border Collie Bernards typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Doxie-Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

None

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Physical Examination
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram
Echocardiogram

X-Rays
Eye Examination
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Fluorescein Test
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

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

Doxie-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Bernard, it's at least 10 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 Doxie-Chin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collie Bernards 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 Doxie-Chins 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, Border Collie Bernard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Doxie-Chin 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-120 pound (20 - 54 kg) Border Collie Bernard 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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Doxie-Chin 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 Border Collie Bernard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie Bernard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Doxie-Chin 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.

Border Collie Bernards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Doxie-Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Doxie-Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Doxie-Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

Border Collie Bernards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Border Collie Bernards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Doxie-Chins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.