Confident
Intelligent
Territorial
Dominant
Obedient

Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

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

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

Choose a Boerboel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

South Africa

United States

Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

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

1820s

2001

A Boerboel can have a litter of 10-12 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 Cosheltie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Ear Infections
Conjunctivitis
Parasites

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Boerboels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

Cosheltie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Boerboels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coshelties need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

The Boerboel is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

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

Cosheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Boerboels 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.

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

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

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

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

Boerboels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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