Loving
Dignified
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Reserved
Generous
Thoughtful

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Fearless
Brave
Bright

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

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

Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane

Siberian Husky and Boxer

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Cream
Red
Gray
Silver
Fawn
Blue
White
Black

White
Black
Fawn

An Irish Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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 Boxsky can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Irish Danes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Irish Dane 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.

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Osteosarcoma
Myotonia

Usually Very Healthy

Radiographs
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Cardiac Test
Electromyography (EMG)
Muscle Biopsy
Blood Panel
Bone Biopsy

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

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

Boxskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Danes 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.

Boxskys 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.

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

In general most Irish Danes usually need at least 90 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 Boxskys usually need at least 80 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 Dane 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, Boxsky should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-150 pound (54 - 68 kg) Irish Dane 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 35-75 pound (16 - 34 kg) Boxsky 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 an Irish Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Irish Dane 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 Boxsky 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 Irish Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Boxskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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