Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

Bostillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Kerry Beagles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Ireland

Boston Terrier, Papillon

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Unknown

16th century

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Brown
Blue

Bostillons have medium-length coats.

Kerry Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Bostillon 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.

A Kerry Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Deafness
Cataracts

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Full Physical Examination

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

Kerry Beagles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Kerry Beagles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Kerry Beagles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Kerry Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Fetch, Walks, Wrestling, Cuddles, Sleeping, Farm work

Walking, Playing, Chilling, Running

Bostillons 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.

Kerry Beagles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostillon, 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 Kerry Beagle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Bostillon 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

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Dematter
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Bostillon 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) Kerry Beagle 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.

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

The average cost of a Kerry Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bostillon 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 Kerry Beagle 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.

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

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

The Bostillon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bostillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Kerry Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Kerry Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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