Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

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

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

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

Choose a Great Pyrenees 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.

United States

Asia

Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

White
Cream

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Wavy

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.

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Great Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Great Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

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

Entropion
Cataracts

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

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Bostchons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Great Pyrenees 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.

Great Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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 Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Great Pyrenees 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
Deshedder
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 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 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 a Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Great Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

Great Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Great Pyreneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

Great Pyreneess are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Great Pyreneess are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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