Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Border Collie Cockers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Havanese, Chihuahua

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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

Brown
White
Black
Cream

Brown
White
Black

Straight

Wavy

A Cheenese can have a litter of 2-4 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 Border Collie Cocker 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.

Cheeneses 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 Border Collie Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

None

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation

None

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

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

Border Collie Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Non yet, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walking

Fetch, Daily walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Training, Play, Cuddling, Running

Cheeneses 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.

Border Collie Cockers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cheenese, it's at least 6 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 Border Collie Cocker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cheeneses 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 Border Collie Cockers 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.

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-16 pound (2 - 7 kg) Cheenese 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 27-30 pound (12 - 14 kg) Border Collie Cocker 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 Cheenese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Border Collie Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cheenese 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 Border Collie Cocker 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.

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

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

Cheeneses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Border Collie Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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