Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless
Spirited

Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Minibozs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

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

United States

United States

Miniature Schnauzer and Boston Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

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

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

1990s

2001

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brindle
Brown
Gray
Fawn
Isabella

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Minibozs have medium-length coats.

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Miniboz can have a litter of 3-6 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 Cosheltie 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.

Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Canine Glaucoma

Deafness
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Corneal Ulcer

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Blood Analysis
Optical Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood and Urine Tests
Dental and Oral Examinations

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Minibozs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Miniboz has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Minibozs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Coshelties have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

Minibozs 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.

Coshelties 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 Miniboz, 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 Cosheltie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Minibozs 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 Coshelties usually need at least 90 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 Miniboz requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Miniboz 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 22-30 pound (10 - 14 kg) Cosheltie 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 Miniboz is somewhere $1.70 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Cosheltie is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Miniboz is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 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 Cosheltie is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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.

Miniboz is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Cosheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

Coshelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Coshelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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