While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wel-Chons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Rottie Bordeaux is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured
Companionable
Vigilant

Wel-Chons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rottie Bordeauxs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bichon Frise, Welsh Terrier

Dogue de Bordeaux, Rottweiler

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White
Fawn

Black
Fawn
White

Wel-Chons have medium-length coats.

Rottie Bordeauxs have short coats.

Curly

Straight

A Wel-Chon can have a litter of 4-6 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 Bordeaux 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.

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

Rottie Bordeauxs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Bladder Stones
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Heart Disease
Cancer
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Aortic Stenosis

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Flea Allergy
Canine Glaucoma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Ichthyosis

Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Heart Analysis
Skin Scrape
Hip and Elbow X-rays

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wel-Chon, it's at least 7 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 Bordeaux, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wel-Chons usually need at least 30 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 Rottie Bordeauxs 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.

Wel-Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Wel-Chon 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 85-140 pound (39 - 64 kg) Rottie Bordeaux 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.

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

The average cost of a Rottie Bordeaux is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wel-Chon 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 Bordeaux 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.

Wel-Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Wel-Chons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rottie Bordeauxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Rottie Bordeauxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Rottie Bordeauxs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

Wel-Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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