Playful
Aloof
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Quiet
Brave
Bright
Detached

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Faithful

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

Skip-Shzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Skip-Shzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

​United States

United States

Boxer and Chow Chow

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

Boxer Chows have short coats.

Skip-Shzus have medium-length coats.

A Boxer Chow can have a litter of 2-10 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.

A Skip-Shzu can have a litter of 3-7 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.

Boxer Chows have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Radiography

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

Skip-Shzus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Boxer Chows 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.

Skip-Shzus 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxer Chow, it's at least 9 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 Skip-Shzu, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boxer Chows usually need at least 45 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 Skip-Shzus usually need at least 20 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 Boxer Chow requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Skip-Shzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Boxer Chow 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, Skip-Shzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Boxer Chow feed 3 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Skip-Shzu 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.

The average cost of a Boxer Chow is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Boxer Chow 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.

The average per month expenses of a Skip-Shzu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Boxer Chows have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Skip-Shzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Boxer Chows are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Boxer Chows are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Skip-Shzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Skip-Shzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.