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A Boggle is a crossbred dog created by crossing the Boston Terrier and the Beagle. Their temperament makes them good good indoor pets for those who can't handle a beagle.

THe beginning of this breed is unknown. Before six years ago it was virtually unheard of. Such a dog would have simply been deemed a mutt and given for free or small cost. Since then Pet stores have begun marketing and selling cross-breed and the Boggle along with the Puggle is one that is often seen.

The Boggle is still under development. Strictly speaking, the Boggle cannot yet be described as a dog breed because it does not breed true. In breeders' terms, breeding true means that, when two specimens of the same breed are mated, the puppies will have consistently predictable characteristics, and will resemble their parents, rather than exhibiting random characteristics of the dog breeds in their parents' ancestries. Further, the breed standards of breeds-under-development are invariably freer, more open to interpretation, and cover more observable types than those of established or kennel club-recognized breeds.

The Boggle does commonly have a brindled coat though those with just brown or tan coats are seen as well. The white markings of the Beagle and Boston Terrier are almost always present in the Boggle. The tail of the boggle can exhibit problems. It is somewhat prone to breaking (perhaps due to a long tail/short tail mixed parentage). Some owners simply choose to dock the tail. The breed exhibits the laid back attitude of a Boston Terrier and generally will sleep or entertain itself if left alone but also is ready at a moments notice to fetch a ball or tug a chew toy.


Some owners have begun calling the breed Boston Beagles over Boggle which they feel is not dignified enough.

See also

Dog hybrids and crossbreeds