Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Brave
Bright

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

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

Roman Mastiff

Siberian Husky and Boxer

Ancient Times

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

White
Black
Fawn

Greater Swiss Mountains have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Boxskys have medium-length coats.

A Greater Swiss Mountain can have a litter of 10-12 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 Boxsky can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis

Usually Very Healthy

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

Running, Snuggles, Fetch, Long walks, Walks, Run, Rabbit hunting, Walking, Play ball, Spa day, Swimming, Walk, Speak, Jogging, Cuddling, Digging, Chewing, Play, Off-leash, Doing tricks, Dog Parks, Tug of war, Tug-of-war, Chase, Dig, Chew Bones, Dog park play, Playing fetch, Hiking, Water hose

Greater Swiss Mountains 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.

Boxskys 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 Greater Swiss Mountain, it's at least 12 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 Boxsky, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Greater Swiss Mountains 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 Boxskys usually need at least 80 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Boxsky has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Greater Swiss Mountain 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, Boxsky should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 115-140 pound (52 - 64 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain feed 4.5 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 35-75 pound (16 - 34 kg) Boxsky 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Mountain is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Boxsky 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Boxskys may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.