Choose a Basque Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Spain

United States

Unknown

Golden Retriever and Boxer

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Fawn
Brown
Black

Basque Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Golden Boxers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Basque Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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 Golden Boxer can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Allergies
Foot Cysts And Infection
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Hip X-Rays
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Echocardiogram Tests
Chest X-rays

Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Golden Boxers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Golden Boxers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Playing with us

Walking, Showers, Eatting, Playing catch, Walks, Sleeping, Fetch, Cuddling, Training, Runs, Frisibe, Cuddle, Walk, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basque Shepherd, 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 Golden Boxer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basque Shepherds 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.

In general most Golden Boxers 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.

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

The Golden Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Golden Boxer 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-79 pound (18 - 36 kg) Basque Shepherd 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.

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Golden Boxer 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.

The average cost of a Basque Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Basque Shepherd 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 Golden Boxer is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

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

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

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

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