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Name	Boston Terrier	Frenchton Bulldog	Schipperke
Origins	United States	United States	Belgium
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	Boston Frenchie Faux Fr. Bulldog Faux Frenchbo Bulldog Faux French Bulldog	Spits Spitske Spitzke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which is the smallest dog, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Frenchton Bulldog? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke weight comparison:	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	15-25 pounds (7-12 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke height comparison:	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16 inches (40.5 cm)	15 inches (39 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1500-$3000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke trainability comparison.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	Playful Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Friendly Loyal	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Frenchton Bulldog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke social needs comparison:	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke playfulness comparison:	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Frenchton Bulldog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Frenchton Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Frenchton Bulldog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Frenchton Bulldog bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Frenchton Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke mouthiness comparison:	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Frenchton Bulldogs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Frenchton Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke lifespan comparison. How long do Boston Terrier, Frenchton Bulldog and Schipperke breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Frenchton Bulldog: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke energy level comparison:	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Schipperke dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Schipperke dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Frenchton Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Short	Fluffy Soft Thick
Colors What are the original Boston Terrier, Frenchton Bulldog and Schipperke color?	Black White Brindle Seal	Black Cream Brown Brindle Golden Black & White	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Frenchton Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Frenchton Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Frenchton Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?	Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke?	Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Frenchton Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	Yes Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Frenchton Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Frenchton Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Frenchton Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boston Terrier or Frenchton Bulldog or Schipperke? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke?	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Frenchton Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boston Terrier and Frenchton Bulldog and Schipperke have?	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Boston Terrier vs Frenchton Bulldog vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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