Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

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

Newfoundlands shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Newfoundland if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

Canada

​United States

tibetan mastiff

Boxer, Shar-Pei

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1700s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

Brown
Black
Red
Brindle
Pied

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Box-a-Shars have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 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.

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cancer
Aortic Stenosis

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Work
Radiography

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Newfoundland 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.

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Newfoundland, it's at least 15 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 Box-a-Shar, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Newfoundlands 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.

In general most Box-a-Shars usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland feed 4 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 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Box-a-Shar 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.

The average cost of a Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 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 Box-a-Shar 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.

Newfoundland 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.

Newfoundlands 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.

Newfoundlands 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.

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Newfoundlands 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.

Newfoundlands 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.

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

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

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

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