Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Irish Saint Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bosties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Fawn

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Irish Saint Terriers have medium-length coats.

Bosties are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Wiry

An Irish Saint Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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 Bostie 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.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

None Known

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

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

Bostie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

In general most Irish Saint Terriers usually need at least 45 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 Bosties 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.

Irish Saint Terriers 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 Bostie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier 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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Bostie 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 an Irish Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Irish Saint Terrier is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Bostie 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.

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

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

Irish Saint Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Irish Saint Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Bosties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Irish Saint Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

Irish Saint Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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