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

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

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Instinctual

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious

Irish Doodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Irish Setter, Poodle

Border Collie, American Eskimo

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Silver
Red
Gray

Black
White
Gray
Cream

Wavy

Straight

An Irish Doodle can have a litter of 7-10 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.

A Ski-Border 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.

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

Ski-Borders are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Neurological Conditions
Eye Conditions

Epilepsy
Color Dilution Alopecia
Skin Diseases and Disorders

Cataracts

X-Rays
Cutaneous cytology
Eye Examinations
Trichogram

Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Wellness Check
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Ski-Borders are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Running, Brain training, Frisbee, Walk, Fetch, Rain, Run, Playing, Hiking, Swimming, Cuddling, Walking, Hide & Seek, Doggie Day Camp, Dog Parks, Jog, Swim, Walks, Tug of war, Naptime

Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Run, Walk, Fetch, Snuggling, Walks an runs

Irish Doodles 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.

Ski-Borders 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 Irish Doodle, it's at least 12 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 Ski-Border, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Doodles usually need at least 90 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 Ski-Borders 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.

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

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

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Irish Doodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Ski-Border is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Doodle 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 Ski-Border is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

Irish Doodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

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

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

Irish Doodles are highly friendly around strangers.

Ski-Borders are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Ski-Borders are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.