Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Vocal

Bostillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lhasa-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Boston Terrier, Papillon

Coton de Tulear and Lhasa Apso

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®

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

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Bostillons have medium-length coats.

Lhasa-Cotons are known for their coat 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 Lhasa-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Deafness
Cataracts

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

Lhasa-Coton has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Walking

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.

Lhasa-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasa-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Lhasa-Coton, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bostillons 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 Lhasa-Cotons usually need at least 30 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 Bostillon has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Lhasa-Cotons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

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

Dematter
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

Lhasa-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Lhasa-Cotons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bostillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Lhasa-Cotons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Lhasa-Cotons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.