Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Steady
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited
Assertive

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Faithful

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

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

Avoid Lhaffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Borderneses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

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Brussels Griffon, Lhasa Apso

Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie

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

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

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
White
Brown

Lhaffons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Borderneses are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Lhaffon can have a litter of 4-6 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 Bordernese 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.

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

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

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

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Meningitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Histiocytosis

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Urolithiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Pannus
Lens Luxation
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Familial Nephropathy
Color Dilution Alopecia

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Blood Test
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Lhaffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Borderneses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Lhaffons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Borderneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Lhaffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bordernese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Borderneses 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 Lhaffon, it's at least 4 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 Bordernese, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhaffons 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.

In general most Borderneses 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.

Lhaffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Bordernese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Bordernese 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Lhaffon 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 40-80 pound (18 - 36 kg) Bordernese 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 Lhaffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bordernese is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lhaffon 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 Bordernese 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.

Lhaffon is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Bordernese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Borderneses can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Lhaffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Borderneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

Lhaffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Borderneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.