Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Fearless
Keen
Cheerful
Faithful
Charming

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shiba Corgis shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

Welsh Corgi mix, Shiba Inu

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Shiba Corgis have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Bostie 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 Shiba Corgi can have a litter of 6-7 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.

Bosties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Shiba Corgi breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Patellar Luxation
Dry Skin
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging

Bosties 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.

Shiba Corgis 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 Bostie, 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 Shiba Corgi, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Bostie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Shiba Corgi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Shiba Corgi feed 1.5 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 Bostie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Shiba Corgi is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bostie 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 Shiba Corgi is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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

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

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

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

Shiba Corgis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Shiba Corgis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Shiba Corgis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shiba Corgis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.