Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Good-natured
Cheerful

Bostillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Boston Terrier, Papillon

Labrador Retriever and Australian Shepherd

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

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 Sheprador can have a litter of 5-10 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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Pelger - Huet Syndrome
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Deafness
Cataracts

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

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

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war

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.

Shepradors 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 Sheprador, it's at least 15 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

Ideally, Sheprador 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

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 50-80 pound (23 - 36 kg) Sheprador 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 Sheprador is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 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 Sheprador is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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.

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

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

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

Bostillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors 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.

The Sheprador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.