Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Playful
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Steady
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Fast
Willing
Evenly Tempered

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

Vizmaraners make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japanese Chin, Boston Terrier

Vizsla, Weimaraner

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

Middle Ages

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
White

Gray
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Boston Chins have medium-length coats.

Vizmaraners 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.

A Vizmaraner can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

Vizmaraners 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 Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Lymphoma
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Cherry Eye
Sebaceous Adenitis
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Bloat
Hemophilia
Bacterial and Viral Infections
Hypodysmyelinogenesis

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Thyroid Tests
Allergy Tests
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Hip and Elbow X-rays
Heart Testing

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

Vizmaraners thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Vizmaraners 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.

Vizmaraners are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Relax, Walk

Tug-of-war, Run, Walking, Canicross, Hiking, Bikejor, Swimming

Boston Chins 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.

Vizmaraners 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 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 Vizmaraner, it's at least 15 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 Vizmaraners 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 Vizmaraner is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 47-75 pound (21 - 34 kg) Vizmaraner 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.

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

The average cost of a Vizmaraner is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Vizmaraner 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.

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

Vizmaraner is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

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

Vizmaraners have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Boston Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Vizmaraners 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.

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

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

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