Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Faithful

United States

​United States

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black

Black
White
Brown

Elk-a-Bees have medium-length coats.

Borderneses are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

An Elk-a-Bee 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.

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.

Elk-a-Bees 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 Elk-a-Bee 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Meningitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Histiocytosis

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

Blood Test
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

Walking, Fetch, Playing, Walk, Walki, Catch, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Training, Playing Ball, Cuddling, Running

Elk-a-Bees 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.

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 Elk-a-Bee, 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 Bordernese, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Elk-a-Bees 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 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.

The Elk-a-Bee has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

Elk-a-Bees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Elk-a-Bees 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.

Elk-a-Bees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Borderneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.