Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Quick
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Bright
Sturdy

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

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

Keeshond and Great Pyrenees

Australian Cattle Dog and Boston Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Gray
Cream
Black

Brindle
White
Gray
Blue
Red

Great Keesheess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Curly

Straight

A Great Keeshees can have a litter of 6-9 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 Cattle Dog 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.

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

Boston Cattle Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Great Keesheess 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 Cattle Dog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Cardiovascular Concerns

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Diabetes
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Cataracts

MRI
Eye Examination
X-ray imaging
Neurological Examination
Blood Sugar Testing

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Eye Tests
Hearing Tests

Fetch, Training, Walking

Walk, Run, Play, Fetch, Cuddling, Beach, Dog Parks, Car, Walks, Wrestling, Frisbee, Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Keeshees, it's at least 8 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 Cattle Dog, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Keesheess 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.

In general most Boston Cattle Dogs 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.

Great Keesheess 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.

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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Great Keeshees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Keeshees 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 Cattle Dog 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Boston Cattle Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.