Dog
Pronunciation:
min-ee-boz
Breed Description:
The Miniboz breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Miniature Schnauzer with the Boston Terrier. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Miniboz will have qualities of both parents. They are a small sized breed of dog with a small, compact body that is usually slightly longer than it is tall. They can have the rectangular shaped head of the Miniature Schnauzer or they can have the rounded head of the Boston Terrier. Usually, their muzzles are short but longer than the Boston Terrier. The ears are usually small and folded forward and the tail is usually short.
The coat of the Miniboz can range from the short, smooth coat of the Boston Terrier to the wiry coat of the Miniature Schnauzer but they are usually a medium length, wiry coat that gives them a scruffy appearance. The color can be any that are commonly seen in the parent breeds but the most common tend to be brindle or black with small white markings.
Temperament:
The Miniboz breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being a friendly and intelligent breed that can make an excellent family pet. They are usually very happy being with their family but they have an independent streak that makes them easy to leave at home on their own. the breed is usually good with children and despite their small size, they can do well with young children. They are usually very active but they can be exercised inside quite easily. The Miniboz does well with other dogs and pets.
Height:
The average height for a Miniboz is between 12 to 17 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Miniboz is between 10 to 25 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Miniboz breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Boston Terrier to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Miniboz breed of dog is versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Miniboz breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well. In addition, the small size of the Miniboz makes it very easy to exercise them inside, simply with a good game of fetch down a hallway.
Life Expectancy:
14 to 16 years
Grooming:
The Miniboz breed of dog can have varying grooming needs depending on the coat type they inherit. Regardless, they should only need to be brushed once a week to remove dead hair and they will only need to be bathed when necessary. If they inherit the coat of the Miniature Schnauzer, then you will need to trim the hair to keep the coat tidy. You will also have to strip the dead hair from the coat every two or three months. Some owners opt to clip the coat so they don't have to hand strip it.
Origin:
The Miniboz breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Miniboz, it is important to read up on both the Miniature Schnauzer and the Boston Terrier. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
