Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Obedient
Courageous
Energetic
Loyal
Watchful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Choose an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Australia

United States

Dingo, Smithfield, Collie

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Red
Blue

Black
White

An Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle can have a litter of 12-15 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 Boston Chin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Deafness

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip Dysplasia
Dental Problems

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

OFA
BAER Testing
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boston Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Run, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chase, Fetch, Tricks, Tracking

Relax, Walk

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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.

Boston Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle, it's at least 12 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 Boston Chin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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.

In general most Boston Chins 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 Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Boston Chin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-51 pound (16 - 23 kg) Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Boston Chin 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 an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle 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.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Chin 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.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Boston Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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