Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Hard working
Resourceful

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured

Box Heelers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Skye-Paps shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Blue Heeler and Boxer

Skye Terrier and Papillon

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DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Blue

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Red
Brown

Box Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Skye-Paps are known for their coat length.

A Box Heeler can have a litter of 2-10 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 Skye-Pap can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Box Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Usually Very Healthy

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Eye Problems
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Follicular Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Box Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Box Heeler, it's at least 9 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 Skye-Pap, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Box Heelers usually need at least 45 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 Skye-Paps usually need at least 50 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 Box Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Skye-Pap requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Box Heeler 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, Skye-Pap should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-80 pound (16 - 36 kg) Box Heeler 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 21-28 pound (10 - 13 kg) Skye-Pap 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.

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

The average cost of a Skye-Pap is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Box Heeler 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.

The average per month expenses of a Skye-Pap is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Skye-Paps have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Box Heelers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Skye-Paps are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Skye-Paps are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Box Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Skye-Paps are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.