Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitive
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

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

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

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

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

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Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Black
Brown
White

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

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

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

A Dalmatian can have a litter of 12-14 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 Bostchon 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.

Dalmatians 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 Bostchon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Deafness
Urolithiasis

Patellar Luxation

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Laryngeal Paralysis
Dalmatian Bronzing Syndrome
Microphthalmia

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Esophageal Achalasia
Hydrocephalus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hearing
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Throat

Blood
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic
Oral

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

Bostchons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Bostchons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Dalmatians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Dalmatians 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.

Bostchons 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 Dalmatian, 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 Bostchon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmatians 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 Bostchons 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 Dalmatian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Dalmatian feed 3 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 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Bostchon 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 cost of a Dalmatian is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Bostchon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian 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 Bostchon 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.

Dalmatian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bostchons 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.

The Dalmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

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

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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