Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Brave
Bright

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

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

Crested Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Siberian Husky and Boxer

Japanese Chin, Chinese Crested

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Fawn

Black
Cream
Red
Fawn
Silver
White
Blue
Sable

Boxskys have medium-length coats.

Crested Chins are known for their coat length.

A Boxsky 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.

A Crested Chin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Eyes
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Usually Very Healthy

Eyes

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Orthopedic Exam

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

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

Boxskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Crested Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Boxskys 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.

Crested 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 Boxsky, it's at least 14 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 Crested Chin, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boxskys usually need at least 80 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 Crested 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 Boxsky has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Crested Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Crested Chin 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-75 pound (16 - 34 kg) Boxsky 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 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Crested 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 a Boxsky is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Boxsky 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 Crested 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.

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

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

Boxskys are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

Crested Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Boxskys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Crested Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boxskys may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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