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

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

Alert
Intelligent
Independent
Friendly
Spirited
Loving

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Welsh Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

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Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

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Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Welsh Terriers have medium-length coats.

Bosties are known for their coat length.

A Welsh Terrier can have a litter of 10-14 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 Bostie 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.

Welsh Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Bosties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Eye
Blood Test
Heart
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

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

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

Welsh Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bostie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Welsh Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Welsh Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Bosties 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 Welsh Terrier, it's at least 7 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 Bostie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Welsh Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Bosties 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.

Welsh Terriers 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 Bostie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Welsh Terrier 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-22 pound (8 - 10 kg) Welsh Terrier feed 1.8 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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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.

The average cost of a Welsh Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Welsh Terrier 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.

The average per month expenses of a Bostie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Welsh Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Welsh Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Welsh Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Welsh Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Bosties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Welsh Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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