Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Trustworthy

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

Golden Boxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid ShiChis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Golden Boxers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Chihuahua and Shih Tzu

Golden Retriever and Boxer

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

DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Isabella

Black

Cream
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Fawn
Brown
Black

A ShiChi 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.

A Golden Boxer can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dental Problems

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Allergies
Foot Cysts And Infection
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Full Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Golden Boxers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

ShiChis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Golden Boxers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Playing Ball, Sleep, Running, Game of fetch, Chasing, Frisbee, Rough Housing, Tug, Eating Snacks, Play keep away, Nap, Road trip, Chase, High Five, Hide & Seek, Painting nails, Speak, Shake, Dog Parks, Bath time, Play, Sleeping, Kissing, Walking, Playing, Hugging, Cuddling, Chasing me, Sleeping on me, Fetch

Walking, Showers, Eatting, Playing catch, Walks, Sleeping, Fetch, Cuddling, Training, Runs, Frisibe, Cuddle, Walk, Tug-of-war

ShiChis are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. ShiChi dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Golden Boxers 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 ShiChi, it's at least 4 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 Golden Boxer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most ShiChis usually need at least 25 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 Golden Boxers usually need at least 120 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 ShiChi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Golden Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) ShiChi 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 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Golden Boxer 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 ShiChi is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Boxer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a ShiChi is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 Golden Boxer is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

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

Golden Boxer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

ShiChis are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

ShiChis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

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