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

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

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Gentle
Fearless
Spirited
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Easygoing

United States

United States

Miniature Schnauzer and Bichon Frise

Maltese and Boston Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Gray
Brown
Pied

Black
White

Chonzers have short coats.

Boston Malterriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Wiry

A Chonzer can have a litter of 3-6 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 Boston Malterrier 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.

Ear Infections
Allergies
Bladder Stones

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Heart Murmur
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Myotonia

Hypothyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Skin Allergy “atopy”

Blood Test
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

Sleep, Swim, Play, Chase, Cuddling, Chasing balls, Meeting people, Chewing, Running, Fetch, Snuggle time, Walking, Walk, Dog Parks, Cuddles, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Play ball, Car rides, Catch treats, Playing, Beach, Boat ride, Eating Snacks

Chase, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Wrestling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chonzer, it's at least 9 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 Boston Malterrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chonzers usually need at least 120 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 Boston Malterriers 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.

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

The Boston Malterrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Chonzer 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, Boston Malterrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-35 pound (11 - 16 kg) Chonzer feed 3 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 9-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Malterrier 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 Chonzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Chonzer 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 Boston Malterrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Boston Malterriers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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