Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Boston Huahuas are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chesties shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Boston Huahuas are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Chesties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Chihuahua, Boston Terrier

Chihuahua and West Highland White Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Black

Cream
Brown
Black
Fawn
White

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

Chesties have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Boston Huahua 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.

A Chestie 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.

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

The Chestie breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Allergies

Deafness
Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Angiocardiography or Radiography Imagery

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Blood Tests
General Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry

Boston Huahuas need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Chesties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

The Chestie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Playing, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Eating, Walks, Playing in yard, Napping, Hikes, Playing catch, Socializing, Photography, Car rides, Snuggling, Run, Playdate, Window watching, Sun bathing, Fetch

Walks, Road trip, Fetch, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Run, Watching tv, Walking, Tug of war, Running

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Huahua, 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 Chestie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Huahuas 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 Chesties 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.

The Boston Huahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Boston Huahua 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chestie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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