Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Brave
Bright

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Boxollies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Collie, Boxer

Siberian Husky, Dachshund

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue
White
Silver
Sable
Gray

Boxollies have medium-length coats.

Duskys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Boxollie 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.

A Dusky can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Usually Very Healthy

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Urinary Stones

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

Fetch, Walking, Car rides, Swimming, Pulling rope, Going on hikes, Watching TV, Chase, Cuddle time, Tug-of-war

Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxollie, it's at least 8 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 Dusky, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boxollies usually need at least 40 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 Duskys 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.

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

Dusky 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Dusky is somewhere $1.40 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boxollie 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 Dusky 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

Duskys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

Duskys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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