Playful
Loving
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Bright

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

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

Avoid Bull-Boxers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

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English Bulldog, Boxer

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
White
Black
Fawn
Red
Brown

Brown
Red
Sable
White

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

Pembroke Shelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Bull-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.

A Pembroke Sheltie can have a litter of 6-7 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.

Bull-Boxers 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 Pembroke Sheltie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bloat
Degenerative Myelopathy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Dry Eye
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Corneal Disease
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Pulmonic Stenosis
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Obesity
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Familial Nephropathy
Degenerative Myelopathy
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel
vonWillebrand’s Disease Test
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Cytology Sample
Allergy Testing

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

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

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

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

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

Bull-Boxers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

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

Pembroke Sheltie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Fetch, Camping, Jogging, Play, Cuddl, Hike, Training, Walk, Running, Chewing on bone

Chase, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks

Bull-Boxers 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.

Pembroke Shelties 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 Bull-Boxer, it's at least 9 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 Pembroke Sheltie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bull-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.

In general most Pembroke Shelties 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.

The Bull-Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pembroke Shelties 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-80 pound (23 - 36 kg) Bull-Boxer 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 11-30 pound (5 - 14 kg) Pembroke Sheltie feed 2.5 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 Bull-Boxer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pembroke Sheltie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bull-Boxer 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 Pembroke Sheltie 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.

Bull-Boxer has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pembroke Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Pembroke Shelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bull-Boxers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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