Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Brave
Bright

Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Inquisitive
Bold
Watchful

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

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

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United States

English Springer Spaniel and Boxer

German Shepherd, Patterdale Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Black

Fawn
Black
Cream
Brown
Red

A Boxspring can have a litter of 4-10 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 Patterdale Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Boxsprings 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 Patterdale Shepherd breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Entropion

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Blood
Eye examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

Patterdale Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Swimming

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Tracking, High Five, Hide & Seek, Speak

Boxsprings 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.

Patterdale Shepherds 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 Boxspring, 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 Patterdale Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boxsprings usually need at least 40 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 Patterdale Shepherds 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.

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

Patterdale Shepherd 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Boxspring 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 Patterdale Shepherd 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Boxsprings are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

Patterdale Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.