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

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

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Familiar
Rational

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Bouvier des Flandres and Doberman Pinscher

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Brindle
Blue

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Boubermans have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Silkchon 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 Bouberman 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.

Silkchons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

While the Silkchon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Hyperadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
Lymphoma
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Allergies

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

Chest X-rays
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel
vonWillebrand’s Disease Test
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)

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

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

Silkchons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Silkchons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkchon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Boubermans 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 Silkchon, it's at least 4 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 Bouberman, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkchons 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 Boubermans 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.

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

Boubermans require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkchon 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 66-90 pound (30 - 41 kg) Bouberman 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 Silkchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Silkchon 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 Bouberman is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Boubermans are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

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