Courageous
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Companionable
Vigilant

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Bright

France

United States

Dogue de Bordeaux and Basset Hound

Boxer, Boston Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
White

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

A Basset Bordeaux can have a litter of 4-6 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.

A Boston 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.

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Basset Bordeauxs 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 Boxer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Ectropion

Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

None

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Deafness
Cataracts

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

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

Basset Bordeaux has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Basset Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

Boston 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Bordeaux, it's at least 5 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 Boxer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basset Bordeauxs usually need at least 20 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 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.

The Basset Bordeaux has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

Boston Boxer 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Basset Bordeaux is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Basset Bordeaux 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 Boxer 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Basset Bordeauxs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Basset Bordeauxs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Basset Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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