Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Brave
Bright

Playful
Goofy
Protective
Willing

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

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

Brazil

Europe

Bull Terrier, Boxer

Boxer and Dalmatian

APRI - American Pet Registry Inc.
CBKC = Confederação Brasileira de Cinofilia
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Designer Breed Registry
Designer Canine Registry

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brindle
Brown
White
Red

White
Black
Pied

Dogue Brasileiros have short coats.

Boxmatians have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Dogue Brasileiro 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.

A Boxmatian can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Dogue Brasileiros are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Boxmatians struggle with new environments and lifestyle changes, preferring familiarity.

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

The Boxmatian 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.

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Lethal Acrodermatitis
Subaortic Stenosis

Usually Very Healthy

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy

Hypothyroidism

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

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count

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

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

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

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

Dogue Brasileiros require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Boxmatians need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Boxmatians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Dogue Brasileiros 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.

Boxmatians 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 Dogue Brasileiro, it's at least 8 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 Boxmatian, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

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

Dogue Brasileiro 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, Boxmatian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Dogue Brasileiro is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Dogue Brasileiro is between $105 - $126. This makes an average of $1260 - $1512 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 Boxmatian 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.

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

Boxmatian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Boxmatians have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Boxmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Boxmatians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Boxmatians are not cat friendly.

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

Boxmatians are not very stranger friendly.