Active
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Trainable
Watchful
Faithful
Instinctual

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

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

Boston Iggys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Shepherd, Poodle

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier

1960s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
White
Gray

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Cream

Shepadoodles are known for their coat length.

Boston Iggys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Straight

A Shepadoodle can have a litter of 6-10 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 Boston Iggy can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Shepadoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Boston Iggy breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hemophilia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Sebaceous Adentitis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Bone Fractures

Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Seborrhea
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Hearing
X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Examination

Walking

Fetch, Cuddling, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shepadoodle, it's at least 12 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 Boston Iggy, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shepadoodles 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.

In general most Boston Iggys 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.

Shepadoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Boston Iggy is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

In general Shepadoodle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-90 pound (23 - 41 kg) Shepadoodle 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 8-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Iggy 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 Shepadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Iggy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shepadoodle 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 Boston Iggy 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.

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

Boston Iggys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Shepadoodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

Shepadoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boston Iggys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.