Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Courageous
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loving
Affectionate
Loyal

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

Choose a King Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Boston Terrier and Pekingese

German Shepherd, Shiloh Shepherd, Malamute, Pyrenees

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®

American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Brindle

Fawn
Red
Black
Brown
Sable

Wavy

Straight

A Bostinese 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.

A King Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 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.

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

King Shepherds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bostineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

King Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Deafness
Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems

Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Joint Dysplasia

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

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Allergy Testing

Bostineses have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

King Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

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

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

Bostineses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Playing Ball

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Walk, Go to Park, Walking, Cuddling, Car rides, Go hiking, Cuddles, Dog beach, Dog Parks, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostinese, it's at least 6 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 King Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The King Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Bostinese 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.

For an average 90-150 pound (41 - 68 kg) King Shepherd feed 4 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 Bostinese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a King Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bostinese 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.

The average per month expenses of a King Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

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

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

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

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

Bostineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

King Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

King Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

King Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

King Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bostineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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

King Shepherds can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.