Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

Playful
Goofy
Protective
Willing

Decker Hunting Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Decker Hunting Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

Europe

Smooth Fox and Rat Terrier

Boxer and Dalmatian

National Rat Terrier Association (NRTA)
Decker Hunting Terrier Registry (DHTR)

Designer Breed Registry
Designer Canine Registry

1970s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Pied
White
Brown

White
Black
Pied

A Decker Hunting Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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 Boxmatian can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Decker Hunting Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Boxmatians struggle with new environments and lifestyle changes, preferring familiarity.

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

The Boxmatian 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Conditions

Usually Very Healthy

Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Hypothyroidism

BAER Testing
Skin Samples
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count

Decker Hunting Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boxmatians thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Decker Hunting Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Boxmatian has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Decker Hunting Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Boxmatians need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Boxmatians bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk, Hike, Play, Run, Beach, Walking, Hiking, Jumping

Walk agility, Walking, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Petting, Swimming

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Decker Hunting Terrier, it's at least 10 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 Boxmatian, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Decker Hunting Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Decker Hunting Terrier 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, Boxmatian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Decker Hunting Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Decker Hunting Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Boxmatian 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.

Decker Hunting Terrier is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Boxmatian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Boxmatians have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Decker Hunting Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Boxmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Boxmatians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Boxmatians are not cat friendly.

Decker Hunting Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boxmatians are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Decker Hunting Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boxmatians are not very stranger friendly.

Decker Hunting Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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