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

Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Clever

​United States

United States

Boxer, Shar-Pei

American Pit Bull Terrier, Dachshund

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Black
Red
Brindle
Pied

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

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

Doxie-Pits have short 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 Doxie-Pit 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.

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 Doxie-Pit 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
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

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

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Cuddles, Chase, Sleeping in, Chewing on toys, Go to Park, Frisbee, Fetch, Swimming, Cuddleing, Dog Parks, Playing, Cuddling, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Sharing Food, Running, Relaxing, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Driving, Playdate, Walk, Run, Play, Nap, Snuggling, Tug-a-war

Box-a-Shars 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.

Doxie-Pits 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.

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 Doxie-Pit, it's at least 11 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 Doxie-Pits usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Doxie-Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Doxie-Pit is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 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 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.

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

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

Doxie-Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Doxie-Pits are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Doxie-Pits are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.