Avoid Tamaskans as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd

Collie, Boxer

1980s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Black
Red

Black
White
Brown

A Tamaskan 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.

A Boxollie 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Cryptorchidism

Hip Dysplasia

Degenerative Myelopathy

Usually Very Healthy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Panel
DNA

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

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

Herding cattle, Playing fetch, Training, Flyball

Fetch, Walking, Car rides, Swimming, Pulling rope, Going on hikes, Watching TV, Chase, Cuddle time, Tug-of-war

Tamaskans 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.

Boxollies 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tamaskan, it's at least 18 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 Boxollie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tamaskans usually need at least 70 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 Boxollies usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Tamaskan 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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-95 pound (29 - 43 kg) Tamaskan feed 3.5 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 55-85 pound (25 - 39 kg) Boxollie 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 Tamaskan is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Tamaskan is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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 Boxollie 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.

Tamaskan is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Boxollie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Tamaskans are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

The Tamaskan is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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