Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

Active
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful

United States

Afghanistan

Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

Belgian Sheepdog and Afghan Hound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Black
Red
Brown

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Afghan Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Straight

A Bostchon 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.

An Afghan Sheepdog can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Patellar Luxation

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Esophageal Achalasia
Hydrocephalus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pannus
Muscular Dystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Blood
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic
Oral

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
Abdominal Ultrasound

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

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

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

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

Bostchons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Afghan Sheepdog 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 Bostchon, it's at least 6 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 Afghan Sheepdog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bostchons 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 Afghan Sheepdogs usually need at least 45 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 Bostchon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Afghan Sheepdogs 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.

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

Afghan Sheepdog 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Bostchon 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.

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Afghan Sheepdog feed 2.8 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 Bostchon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bostchon 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.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Sheepdog 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Afghan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bostchons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Afghan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

Afghan Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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