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, Silky Cotons 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
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Vocal

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

Silky Cotons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

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 Silky Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

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

Cherry Eye
Congenital Heart Defect

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

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

Silky Cotons' 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.

Silky Coton 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.

Silky Cotons 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.

Silky Coton dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Silky Coton, it's at least 8 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 Silky Cotons 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.

Silky Cotons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Silky Coton is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

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

Silky Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Silky Cotons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Silky Cotons 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.

Silky Cotons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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