Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive
Aggressive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

Curious
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Watchful

Brusstons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rottie Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Boston Terrier and Brussels Griffon

German Shepherd and Rottweiler

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Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Sable

Brusstons are known for their coat length.

Rottie Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Brusston 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.

A Rottie Shepherd can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

Rottie Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Brachycephalic Syndrome

Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect
Cancer
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Aortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Demodicosis
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hemivertebrae
Hydrocephalus
Atopic Dermatitis
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Cleft Lip or Palate

Panosteitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pannus
Hemophilia

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Elbow
Blood
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Hip

Brusstons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rottie Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Play dead, Walk, Keep away, Frisbee, Swim, Howling, Fetch, Speak, Shake, Tug-of-war

Walk, Run, Frisbee, Car ride, Fetch, Bath time, Walking, Rides, ESA, Walks, Bird watching, Hiking, Fishing, Swim, Sun-bathing, Mama Lovin’, Playing, Dog Parks, Chase, Eating Snacks, Play, Cuddles

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brusston, it's at least 9 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 Rottie Shepherd, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Rottie Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Brusston 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.

For an average 77-115 pound (35 - 52 kg) Rottie Shepherd 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 Brusston is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Brusston 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.

The average per month expenses of a Rottie Shepherd 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.

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

Rottie Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Brusstons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Rottie Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

Brusstons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rottie Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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