Active
Amiable
Kind
Intelligent
Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Loyal

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Pointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Boston Iggys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pointer, Hound, Newfoundland Dog, Setter, Bulldog

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier

1600s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
White
Isabella

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Cream

Pointers have short coats.

Boston Iggys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Pointer 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 Boston Iggy 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.

The Pointer is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Bone Fractures

Bloat
Congenital Heart Defect
Eye Conditions

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cardiac
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hearing
X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Examination

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

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

Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walking, Play, Sniffing, Other dogs, Walk, Run, Running, Marking

Fetch, Cuddling, Tug-of-war

Pointers 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.

Boston Iggys 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 Pointer, it's at least 12 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 Boston Iggy, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointers 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 Boston Iggys 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.

Pointer 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, Boston Iggy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Pointer feed 2.5 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 8-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Iggy 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 Pointer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Pointer 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 Boston Iggy 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.

Pointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

Boston Iggys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Pointers are not cat friendly.

Boston Iggys are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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