The Boomer is not an officially recognized breed of dog. The Boomer is created from a cross of two dog breeds. There are many Boomer hybrids in circulation. The Boomer is a companion dog that is nice as a family dog, because he gets along well with children. This dog is ideal for people who are allergic to dogs, because it does not shed quickly.
History
In the early eighties, the Boomer series was well known among the Dutch public. This series was about the little dog Boomer, who was a mongrel. The dog was helping people all over the country. The series was very popular and therefore the demand for these types of dogs increased.
Intersections
The following dog breeds are crossbred and are known by the name Boomer:
- Maltese
- Shih-tzu
- Lhasa Apso
- West Highland White Terrier
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Bolognese
- Bichon Frize
- Liondog
- Tibetan Terrier
- Chihuahua
- Dachshund
- Poodle
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Havanese
- Coton de Tulear
- Cairn Terrier
The Boomer has a height of about 25-30 cm, weighs between 4 and 8 kg and has different coat colors due to the many possibilities of crossings.
Advantages and disadvantages of a cross
For many people, it doesn’t matter whether the dog they buy is a purebred or a cross. Having a mongrel dog has its advantages and disadvantages over a purebred dog.
Benefits
- Mongrel dogs generally live longer than purebred dogs.
- The cost of purchasing a mongrel dog is lower than that of a purebred dog.
- Mongrel dogs are less likely to suffer from complaints from further breeding, as is the case with purebred dogs.
- Each cross looks different, giving you a unique dog. Purebred dogs generally look the same.
Cons
- With a purebred dog the genetic aspects are known, with a cross this is not the case, so character, physical condition and appearance are unknown.
- A cross has not been tested for hereditary diseases. This is often the case with a purebred dog.
- A cross has no pedigree, so the dog cannot participate in purebred dog shows and competitions.
Character
The Boomer is a companion dog. The dog is affectionate and is therefore often referred to as a lap dog. There is a lot of life in these dogs and they are not easily scared. The Boomer is characterized as eager to learn, intelligent, docile and spontaneous. The Boomer is not a watchdog, but it often barks when visitors come. This is mainly due to enthusiasm. When raised consistently from a puppy on, the Boomer is an easily educated dog that is undemanding. The Boomer gets along well with children and is ideal as a family dog. The Boomer enjoys playing ball games and three short walks a day is enough.
Coat
The coat can come in many colors on the Boomer. This is at the intersection. The coat is often long-haired and needs a lot of grooming. It is advisable to comb or brush the Boomer every day. This will remove tangles and remove skin flakes, dust and dirt, making the dog less likely to smell. It can also happen that the coat is curly or short-haired. However, this is less common. An advantage is that the Boomer sheds little hair and is therefore ideal for people who are allergic to dogs. They will have little or no allergic reactions.
Purchase a Boomer puppy
Boomer puppies are often offered over the internet. There are three types of providers of these Boomer puppies. Individuals who would like to have a litter of their own dog, breeders who cross these dogs from a commercial point of view and shelters that are offered these dogs. When purchasing the puppy, people should pay attention to whether they are dealing with a bread breeder. There is often talk of a bread breeder if this breeder offers several dog breeds or dog crossbreeds. As a result, the puppies do not get the attention they need or even the mother is missing in the first weeks of the puppies’ life. In addition, the mother dog is mated more often than is healthy for the mother dog, so that the puppies can develop abnormalities as they mature in the womb. When purchasing a puppy, make sure that the mother is present and whether she looks healthy. In addition, it is important that the puppies are well socialized and have grown up in a domestic environment.