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

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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Vocal

Playful
Aloof
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Quiet
Brave
Bright
Detached

Silky Cotons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Boxer Chows are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Silky Cotons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

Boxer and Chow Chow

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

Brown
White
Cream

Silky Cotons have medium-length coats.

Boxer Chows have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Silky Coton 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 Boxer Chow can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

Boxer Chows have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Entropion

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Radiography

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

Boxer Chows are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Silky Cotons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Silky Cotons 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.

Boxer Chows 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 Silky Coton, it's at least 8 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 Boxer Chow, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cotons 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 Boxer Chows 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Coton 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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Boxer Chow 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 Silky Coton is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Boxer Chow is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Coton 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 Boxer Chow 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.

Silky Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Boxer Chows 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.

Boxer Chows have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Silky Cotons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boxer Chows have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Boxer Chows are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

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

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

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