Calm
Spirited
Energetic
Friendly

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

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

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

Russian Harlequin Hound, Norwegian Scent Hounds

Siberian Husky and Boston Terrier

19th Century

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Fawn
White

Black
Brindle

Dunkers have medium-length coats.

Siberian Bostons have short coats.

A Dunker 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 Siberian Boston 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.

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

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

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

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

Deafness

Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia

Cherry Eye
Brachycephalic Syndrome

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hearing Tests

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination

Walking, Running

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walks

Dunkers 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.

Siberian Bostons 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dunker, it's at least 14 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 Siberian Boston, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dunkers 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.

In general most Siberian Bostons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Siberian Boston 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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-39 pound (11 - 18 kg) Dunker feed 2.5 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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Siberian Boston feed 2 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 Dunker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Siberian Boston is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dunker is between $42 - $63. This makes an average of $504 - $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 Siberian Boston is between $49 - $56. This makes an average of $588 - $672 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.

Dunkers 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Siberian Bostons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.