Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Clever
Stubborn
Obedient

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

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

Boston Yorkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Texas Heelers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Boston Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Australian Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Hybrid Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Animal Research Foundation

Unknown

1970s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Fawn
Brown

Fawn
Blue
Black

Boston Yorkies have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Boston Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Texas Heeler can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

Texas Heelers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Texas Heelers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Distichiasis
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Cataracts
Diabetes
Atopic Dermatitis
Dry Eye

Deafness
Cataracts
Epilepsy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests

Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Hearing Tests
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Texas Heeler has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Boston Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Texas Heelers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Texas Heelers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Fetch, Walking, Playing fetch

Fetch, Road trip, Dog Parks, Shopping, Walk, Swim, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Running, Training, Cuddles, Herding, Run, Walking, Cuddling, Tricks, Playdate, Run outside, Walks, Playing, Barking, Water, Digging, Eating Snacks, Bath time, Hiking, Snacking, Swimming, Learning tricks, Snuggles

Boston Yorkies 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.

Texas Heelers 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 Boston Yorkie, it's at least 7 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 Texas Heeler, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Boston Yorkies 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.

In general most Texas Heelers 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.

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

The Texas Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Texas Heeler 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
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Boston Yorkie 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.

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Texas Heeler 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 Boston Yorkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Texas Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Yorkie 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 Texas Heeler 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.

Boston Yorkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Texas Heelers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

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

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

Texas Heelers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Texas Heelers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Texas Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.