Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Stubborn
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Selfish
Fearless
Companionable
Spirited
Cheerful
Confidence
Lovable

BoShihs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Boston Terrier and Shih Tzu

Norfolk Terrier and Jack Russell Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Gray

White
Brown
Sable
Red
Fawn

BoShihs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Straight

Wiry

A BoShih can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Norjack 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis

Allergies

Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Ichthyosis
Ataxia
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Myasthenia Gravis

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye Examination
BAER Testing
Blood And Urine Analysis
Skin and Hair Exams

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

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

BoShihs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Walking, Playing, Running, Walk, Road trip, Catch treats, Play, Nap, Tug-of-war, High Five, Hide & Seek, Brushing, Bath time, Eating Snacks, Dressing up, Playing ins, Sleeping, Treats, Cuddl, Short walks, Greenies, Camping, Cuddling, Playing fetch, Just

Walking, Swimming, Fetch, Running, Toys, Chasing, Family time, Driving, Shopping, Eating Snacks, Walk

BoShihs 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.

Norjacks 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 BoShih, it's at least 6 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 Norjack, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most BoShihs usually need at least 30 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 Norjacks usually need at least 90 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, BoShih should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Norjack 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
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Norjack is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Norjacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.