Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chins 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.

pug, pekingese

Boston Terriers, West Highland White 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

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

ancient times

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Japanese Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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 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 Japanese Chin 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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

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

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

Japanese Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Japanese Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Japanese Chins 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.

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

Bosties 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 Japanese Chin, 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 Bostie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japanese Chins 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 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.

Japanese Chin 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
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Japanese Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Japanese Chins 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.

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

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