While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Border Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Spantriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Intelligent
Alert
Fearless
Obedient

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Border Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Blue
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Border Terriers have short coats.

Spantrievers have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

A Border Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 Spantriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Fanconi Syndrome

Allergies
Eye Problems
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Fanconi Urine Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel

Border Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Spantriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Spantrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Terrier, 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 Spantriever, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Terriers 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 Spantrievers 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.

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

The Spantriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Border Terrier 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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Spantriever feed 2 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 Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Spantriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Terrier 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.

The average per month expenses of a Spantriever 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.

Border Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Spantriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Border Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Spantrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Border Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Border Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

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

The Spantriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.