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

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless

United States

United States

Boston Terrier and Pekingese

Boston Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Brindle

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Bostineses have medium-length coats.

Smooth Foxtons have short coats.

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 Smooth Foxton can have a litter of 3-6 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 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 Smooth Foxton breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Deafness
Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Ulcer

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

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Bostineses 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.

Smooth Foxtons 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.

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 Smooth Foxton, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bostineses 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 Smooth Foxtons usually need at least 45 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 Bostinese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Smooth Foxton has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Bostinese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Smooth Foxton 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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 Smooth Foxton is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

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

Bostineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Smooth Foxtons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bostineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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