Playful
Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Fearless

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Reserved
Suspicious

Border Malamute Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Box-a-Shars are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Border Terrier, Alaskan Malamute

Boxer, Shar-Pei

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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A Border Malamute Terrier can have a litter of 4-10 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 Box-a-Shar 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.

While the Border Malamute Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cancer
Aortic Stenosis

Cataracts
Glaucoma

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Work
Radiography

Border Malamute Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Walking

Walk, Hike, Play, Hunt, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Brushing, Playing, Swimming, Snuggling, Wrestling, Play tug-a-war, Go to Park, Run, Frisbee, Chase, Ball throwing, Training, Cuddling, Car rides, Running, Mind games, Walks

The Border Malamute Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Box-a-Shar has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Box-a-Shars have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Border Malamute Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Box-a-Shars have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Border Malamute Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Box-a-Shars are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Border Malamute Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Box-a-Shars are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Border Malamute Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Box-a-Shars are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.