Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Companionable
Brave
Bright
Vigilant

United States

United States

Bichon Frise, Toy Fox Terrier

Boxer, Dogue de Bordeaux

2000s

2003

Blue
Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Pied
Fawn

Brown
Black
White
Red

Fo-Chons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Dogue de Boxers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Fo-Chon can have a litter of 2-6 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 Dogue de Boxer 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.

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

Dogue de Boxers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Patellar Luxation

Cardiomyopathy
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Degenerative Myelopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
Subaortic Stenosis

Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

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

Dogue de Boxer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Fo-Chons 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.

Dogue de Boxers 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 Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 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 Dogue de Boxer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Fo-Chons 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 Dogue de Boxers usually need at least 90 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 Fo-Chon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dogue de Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Fo-Chon feed 2 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 85-128 pound (39 - 58 kg) Dogue de Boxer feed 4 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 Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Dogue de Boxer is somewhere $4.20 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Fo-Chon is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 Dogue de Boxer is between $126 - $168. This makes an average of $1512 - $2016 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.

Fo-Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Fo-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dogue de Boxers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Fo-Chons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Dogue de Boxers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Dogue de Boxers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Dogue de Boxers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Fo-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dogue de Boxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.