Intelligent
Willing

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Spirited

New Zealand Heading Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bowzers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Bowzers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

New Zealand

​United States

Border Collie

Miniature Schnauzer, Basset Hound

1867

1990s

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn

Black
Silver
Cream
Brindle
Brown
White

Straight

Wiry

A New Zealand Heading Dog can have a litter of 12-14 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 Bowzer 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.

New Zealand Heading Dogs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

None Known

Bloat
Megaesophagus
Thrombopathia

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Contrast Studies
Radiography

New Zealand Heading Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bowzers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

New Zealand Heading Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bowzers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Zealand Heading Dog, it's at least 30 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 Bowzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most New Zealand Heading Dogs usually need at least 120 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 Bowzers 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.

New Zealand Heading Dog 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, Bowzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a New Zealand Heading Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Bowzer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a New Zealand Heading Dog 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 average per month expenses of a Bowzer 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.

New Zealand Heading Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bowzers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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