Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Tenacious
Trainable
Good-natured

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Standard Border Schnollies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cava-Tzus are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

​United States

Border Collie, Standard Schnauzer

Shih Tzu, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Sable
Red

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Wiry

Straight

A Standard Border Schnollie 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 Cava-Tzu can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Standard Border Schnollies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Standard Border Schnollies are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pancreatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Liver Shunts

Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Cataracts
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Bladder Stones
Multidrug Resistance

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Fluorescein Test
Blood Work

Standard Border Schnollies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cava-Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Standard Border Schnollies 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Standard Border Schnollie, it's at least 11 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 Cava-Tzu, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Standard Border Schnollies 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 Cava-Tzus usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-50 pound (14 - 23 kg) Standard Border Schnollie 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 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Cava-Tzu 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 Standard Border Schnollie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Standard Border Schnollie 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.

The average per month expenses of a Cava-Tzu 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.

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.

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

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

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

Cava-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Cava-Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Standard Border Schnollies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

Standard Border Schnollies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cava-Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.