Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Brave
Energetic
Lively
Confident
Stable
Affectionate
Gentle
Independent
Cheerful
Playful
Defensive
Social

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

Black Russian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Choose a Black Russian Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Russia

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

Schnauzer, Rottweiler, Airedale, Russian Water Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

Unknown

1940s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

Black Russian Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Boston Chin 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 Black Russian Terrier can have a litter of 10-14 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.

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

Black Russian Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Black Russian Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Urinary Crystals and Stones

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Environmental Allergies
Food Allergies

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Complete Physical Examination
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Boston Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Black Russian Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Black Russian Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Black Russian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Boston Chins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Black Russian Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Boston Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Black Russian Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Relax, Walk

All

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Chin, it's at least 5 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 Black Russian Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Chins 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 Black Russian Terriers 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.

The Boston Chin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Black Russian Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Boston Chin 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, Black Russian Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Boston Chin 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 80-145 pound (36 - 66 kg) Black Russian Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Boston Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Black Russian Terrier is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Chin 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.

The average per month expenses of a Black Russian Terrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

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

Black Russian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Black Russian Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Black Russian Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Black Russian Terriers are not very stranger friendly.

Boston Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Black Russian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.