Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Good-natured
Trustworthy

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Reserved
Suspicious

Australian Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Box-a-Shars are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Box-a-Shars as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Australian Shepherd and Golden Retriever

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An Australian Retriever can have a litter of 6-9 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 Box-a-Shar 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.

Australian Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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Degenerative Myelopathy
Cancer
Aortic Stenosis

Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
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Epilepsy
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Hip
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Australian Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Box-a-Shars are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Box-a-Shar has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Australian Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Box-a-Shars need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Australian Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Box-a-Shars are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Cuddling, Swim, Dressing up, Dog, Walk, Fetch, Chase, Run, Training, Snow, Sniffing, Catch, Frisbee, Hiking, Running, Swimming, Who’s there, Hide & Seek, Tug, Tug-of-war, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Nap, Ball, Roughhouse, Catch treats, Cuddles, Tricks, Teaching tricks, Playing babies

Walk, Hike, Play, Hunt, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Brushing, Playing, Swimming, Snuggling, Wrestling, Play tug-a-war, Go to Park, Run, Frisbee, Chase, Ball throwing, Training, Cuddling, Car rides, Running, Mind games, Walks

The Australian Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Box-a-Shar has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Australian Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Box-a-Shar 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

Australian Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Box-a-Shars are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Box-a-Shars have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Box-a-Shars have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Box-a-Shars are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Box-a-Shars are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Box-a-Shars are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Australian Retriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Box-a-Shars are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.