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

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Social
Cheerful

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

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

Avoid Box-a-Shars as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Boxer, Shar-Pei

Corgi and Cockapoo

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Brindle
Pied

Black
White
Fawn

Box-a-Shars have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Copicas have medium-length coats.

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.

A Copica 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.

Box-a-Shars are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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.

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

Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cancer
Aortic Stenosis

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems

Epilepsy

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Angiocardiogram

Box-a-Shars are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Box-a-Shar, it's at least 9 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 Copica, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Box-a-Shars 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.

In general most Copicas 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.

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

Copicas 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.

Box-a-Shar 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, Copica should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Box-a-Shar 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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Copica 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 Box-a-Shar is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Box-a-Shar 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 Copica is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Copica is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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