Independent
Gentle
Affectionate
Hard working

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Cheerful

Choose a Cretan Hound 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.

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

Island of Crete (Greece)

United States

Unknown

Bichon Frise and Boston Terrier

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Brown
Brindle
Pied

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Cretan Hounds have short coats.

Bostchons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

A Cretan Hound can have a litter of 12-15 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 Bostchon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Cretan Hounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation

Ear Infections
Eye Problems

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Esophageal Achalasia
Hydrocephalus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye examination
Full Physical Examination
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Ophthalmic Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood
Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic
Oral

Cretan Hound is an antisocial breed that prefers solitude and may not be suitable for social households.

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

The Cretan Hound is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Cretan Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bostchons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cretan Hound, it's at least 14 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 Bostchon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cretan Hounds usually need at least 120 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 Bostchons 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.

The Cretan Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Cretan Hound 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, Bostchon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Cretan Hound 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 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Bostchon 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 Cretan Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Cretan Hound 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 Bostchon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Cretan Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Cretan Hounds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Cretan Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bostchons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Cretan Hounds are not cat friendly.

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

Cretan Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bostchons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Cretan Hounds may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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