Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Bright

Cattle Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

German Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dog

Boxer, Boston Terrier

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Brindle
Blue
Black

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

Cattle Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Boston Boxers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Cattle Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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 Boston Boxer can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Cattle Shepherds 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 Boston Boxer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Deafness
Flea Allergy

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Deafness
Cataracts

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests

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

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

Boston Boxer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Cattle Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cattle Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Boston Boxer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cattle Shepherds usually need at least 120 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 Boston Boxers 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 Cattle Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Boxer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Cattle Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Boxer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cattle Shepherd 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 Boston Boxer 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.

Cattle Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Cattle Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boston Boxers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Cattle Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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