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

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

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Trustworthy

Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Strong
Willed

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

Kerry Blue Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Golden Boxers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Kerry Blue Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Ireland

Golden Retriever and Boxer

portuguese water dog, spanish blue dog, irish wolfhound, irish terrier

2000s

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Brown
Black

Gray
Blue

Golden Boxers have short coats.

Kerry Blue Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A Golden Boxer 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.

A Kerry Blue Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia
PNA
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Allergies
Foot Cysts And Infection
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Cataract
Spiculosis
Narrow Palpebral Fissure Distichiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Kerry Blue Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Golden Boxers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Kerry Blue Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Golden Boxers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Kerry Blue Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walking, Showers, Eatting, Playing catch, Walks, Sleeping, Fetch, Cuddling, Training, Runs, Frisibe, Cuddle, Walk, Tug-of-war

Hike, Fun training, Long walks

Golden Boxers 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers 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 Golden Boxer, it's at least 11 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Boxers usually need at least 120 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 Kerry Blue Terriers 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.

The Golden Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Golden Boxer 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, Kerry Blue Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Golden Boxer 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.

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Kerry Blue Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Kerry Blue Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Boxer is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Kerry Blue Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Boxers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Kerry Blue Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Boxers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Kerry Blue Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.