Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

Dignified
Loyal
Sweet
Tempered
Intelligent
Generous
Patient
Thoughtful

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

Irish Wolfhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Ireland

Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

Great Dane, Deerhound

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
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

Unknown

390 AD

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Irish Wolfhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Wiry

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 Irish Wolfhound 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.

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

Irish Wolfhounds 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.

The Irish Wolfhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation

Gastric Torsion

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

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

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

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Irish Wolfhounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Irish Wolfhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound, it's at least 15 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.

Irish Wolfhound 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
Slicker Brush
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 100-120 pound (45 - 54 kg) Irish Wolfhound 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 an Irish Wolfhound 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 an Irish Wolfhound 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.

Irish Wolfhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Irish Wolfhounds 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.

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

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

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

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

Irish Wolfhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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