Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Watchful
Cheerful

Playful
Aloof
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Quiet
Brave
Bright
Detached

New Sheps shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Boxer Chows are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

German Shepherd, Newfoundland

Boxer and Chow Chow

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Blue
Silver
Red
Cream
Gray
Brown
White
Black

Brown
White
Cream

New Sheps have medium-length coats.

Boxer Chows have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A New Shep can have a litter of 4-12 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 Boxer Chow 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.

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

Boxer Chows have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The New Shep breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Perianal Fistulas
Degenerative Myelopathy
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Demodectic Mange
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Pemphigus
Urolithiasis
Seborrhea
Pannus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Footpad Disorder
Platelet Dysfunction
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Pyoderma

Patellar Luxation
Entropion

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Radiography

New Sheps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

New Sheps 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.

Boxer Chows 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 New Shep, it's at least 14 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 Boxer Chow, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most New Sheps 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.

In general most Boxer Chows 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.

New Sheps require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Boxer Chow requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, New Shep should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Boxer Chow 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a New Shep is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boxer Chow is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a New Shep is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Boxer Chow 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Boxer Chows have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

New Sheps are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

New Sheps make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Boxer Chows have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

New Sheps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boxer Chows are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

New Sheps are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Boxer Chows are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Boxer Chows are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.