Unfortunately, the Boston Chin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian-Bichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Playful
Agile
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

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

Italian-Bichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Italian-Bichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

Bichon Frise and Italian Greyhound

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

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

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Cream
Fawn
Sable
White

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

Italian-Bichons have short coats.

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.

An Italian-Bichon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Urolithiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Urinalysis
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Italian-Bichons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Italian-Bichon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Italian-Bichons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Italian-Bichons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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 Italian-Bichon, it's at least 9 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 Italian-Bichons 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.

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

The Italian-Bichon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an Italian-Bichon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

Boston Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Italian-Bichons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

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

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

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

Italian-Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian-Bichons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Italian-Bichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.