Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Social
Tenacious

United States

Europe

Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer

Brittany (Spaniel), Border Collie

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

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
White
Black

Brown
White
Red
Black

German Shorthaired Labs have medium-length coats.

Border Collie Britts have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A German Shorthaired Lab can have a litter of 7-12 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 Britt 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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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 Britt breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections

None

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination

German Shorthaired Lab has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Dog Parks, Walk, Run, Snuggling

Fetch, Playdate, Outdoor bars, Roadtrips, Hiking, Swimming, Walking, Cuddles

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Shorthaired Lab, 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 Border Collie Britt, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Shorthaired Labs 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 Border Collie Britts usually need at least 80 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 German Shorthaired Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

German Shorthaired Lab 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 Britt should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Lab is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a German Shorthaired Lab is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Britt 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.

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

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

German Shorthaired Labs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

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

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