Playful
Dignified
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Loyal
Fearless
Faithful
Brave
Bright
Vigilant
Willing

Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

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

Jack-Rat Terriers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Avoid Boxitas as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

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Akita and Boxer

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

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A Boxita can have a litter of 3-12 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 Jack-Rat Terrier 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.

Entropion
Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Degenerative Myelopathy
Corneal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis

Hemivertebrae
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Eye
Hip
Heart
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

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

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

Boxitas require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Jack-Rat Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boxitas are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walking, Running, Swimming, Fetch, Run, Sleep, Swim, Park, Kiss, Snuggle

Run, Hike, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Off-leash, Walking, BREED ISSUES, HER/MINE ISSUES, Sleeping, Eating, Running, Walk, Chase a ball, Playing toys, Playing catch, Cuddeling, Playing fetch, Giving pig ear, Watching tv, Retrival games, Playdate, Frisbee, Wrestling, Chase, Tracking, Park visits, Car rides, Napping, Jogging

Boxitas are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Jack-Rat Terrier 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.