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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

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

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Boxollies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Japillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Collie, Boxer

Japanese Chin and Papillon

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown

Fawn
Silver
White
Black
Brown

Boxollies have medium-length coats.

Japillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Japillon can have a litter of 2-4 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.

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

Usually Very Healthy

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination

Eye examination
Radiographs

Boxollies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japillons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Boxollies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Japillons require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

Boxollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Japillons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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 Japillon, it's at least 6 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 Japillons usually need at least 30 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.

Japillon 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

For an average 55-85 pound (25 - 39 kg) Boxollie 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 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 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 Boxollie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Japillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Japillon 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.

Boxollie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Japillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Japillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Japillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.