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

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

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

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

Ski-Collies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Poodle, Shih-Tzu, Bichon Frise

Collie, American Eskimo

1950s

2000's

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

White
Red
Silver
Gray
Black
Brown
Blue

Black
Brown
Cream
Sable
White
Blue

Daisy Dogs have medium-length coats.

Ski-Collies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Daisy Dog can have a litter of 2-5 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-Collie 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Bloat
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease

Dermatomyositis
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
Bladder Stones and Infections

Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Demodicosis
Pemphigus
Lupoid Dermatitis
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Gas Analysis
ACTH Stimulation Test
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Radiography

Blood Gas Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Blood Panel

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

Ski-Collies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Walk, Tug-of-war

Car rides

Daisy Dogs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Daisy Dog dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Ski-Collies 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 Daisy Dog, it's at least 4 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-Collie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Daisy Dogs 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 Ski-Collies 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.

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

Ski-Collies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Daisy Dog 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, Ski-Collie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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.

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

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

Daisy Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Ski-Collies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Ski-Collies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daisy Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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