Bossie History
The Bossie is a fairly new hybrid, or designer, breed of small dog that was created in the 1990s by crossing the Bichon Frise and the Maltese. The Bossie is a cute, playful, and cheerful little hybrid. The Bossie is a fairly new hybrid, or designer, breed of small dog that was created in the 1990s by crossing the Bichon Frise and the Maltese. The Bossie is a very cute and cuddly little hybrid. The bossie is an offshoot of the bichon-poodle family. What make up the mix are the temperament of the poodle, the hypoallergenic coat of the bichon and the hypoallergenic hair of the maltese.
Bossie Physical Characteristics
The Bossie is a miniature, short-haired, terrier-type breed of dog. It is believed to be a miniaturized version of the Border Collie. The Bossie is a sturdy, compact, fairly heavy, active, and agile breed. It is muscular and has a double coat of fur, with the outer coat being long, straight and harsh and the inner coat being soft, soft and curly.
Eye Colors
Unknown
Nose Colors
Unknown
Coat Colors
Unknown
Height Range
Male Height Range: 15 – 23 inches
Female Height Range: 15 – 23 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 25 – 40 lbs
Female Weight Range: 25 – 40 lbs
Bossie Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
12-15 yrs
Bossie Health Concerns
Hip Dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, Cataracts, Cushing’s Disease
Bossie Temperament and Behaviour
The Bossie is a small, high energy working dog that was originally bred for herding. They are extremely smart and very easy to train. They are good-natured, but can be a bit stubborn. They are social and friendly with most people, but can sometimes be shy and timid with new people.
Bossie Activity Requirements
The Bossie is a small to medium-sized herding dog. They were first developed in Australia, where they were used for rounding up sheep. These days, they are a popular companion and show dog. While they are not a highly energetic or demanding breed of dog, they do benefit from daily exercise and mental stimulation. A brisk walk around the block or a game of Frisbee will go a long way towards keeping your four-legged friend happy. The Bossie is a gentle, patient, and easygoing breed. They don’t require a lot of maintenance, but they do like to stay active. If you are looking for a laid-back and low-maintenance type of dog, then the Bossie may be a good fit for you.
Miles Per Day
Unknown
Activity Per Day
Unknown
Daily Food
Unknown
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Bossie is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Bossie is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Bossie is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Bossie is part of the Unclassified group.
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