Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Doberghans are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Doberman Pinscher, Afghan Hound

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Blue
Silver
Fawn
Cream
Gray
Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Doberghans have medium-length coats.

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Doberghan can have a litter of 6-10 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 Bostie 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.

Cardiomyopathy
Wobbler’s Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Cardiac
Eye Tests
DNA Test
Hip

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

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

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

Doberghans 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.

Bosties 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 Doberghan, it's at least 11 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 Bostie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Doberghans 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 Bostie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Doberghan 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-90 pound (23 - 41 kg) Doberghan 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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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.

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

The average cost of a Bostie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doberghan 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 Bostie 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Doberghans are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

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

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

Doberghans are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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