Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Schipperkes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Schipperkes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Bosties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 Bostie can have a litter of 3-5 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.

While the Schipperke breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bosties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

Schipperkes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bosties are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bostie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Schipperkes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bosties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Bosties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Bostie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes usually need at least 45 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 Bosties 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 Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Schipperke 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, Bostie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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 Bostie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Schipperke is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bosties are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

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

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

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

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

Schipperkes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Schipperkes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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