Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Faithful

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Aggressive
Cheerful

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

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

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

Boston Labs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie

Boston Terrier, Labrador Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown

Brown
Black
White

Borderneses are known for their coat length.

Boston Labs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Bordernese can have a litter of 4-8 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 Boston Lab 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.

Borderneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Boston Labs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Borderneses 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 Boston Lab breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Meningitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Histiocytosis

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Pannus
Lens Luxation
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Familial Nephropathy
Color Dilution Alopecia

Patellar Luxation

Blood Test
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Bordernese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Borderneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Walking, Fetch, Playing, Walk, Walki, Catch, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Training, Playing Ball, Cuddling, Running

Fetch, Hide & Seek, Walking, Tug-of-war, Tug of War, Nature walk, Frisbee, Chase, Snuggles, Hike, Walk, Run, Nap, Dog Parks, Tag, Running, Shake, Swim, Dressing up

Borderneses 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.

Boston Labs 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 Bordernese, it's at least 8 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 Boston Lab, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Borderneses 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 Boston Labs usually need at least 120 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 Bordernese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Bordernese is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bordernese is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Boston Lab 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.

Bordernese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Boston Lab is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Borderneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Labs are highly friendly around strangers.