Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Going
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Cheerful

Playful
Stubborn
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Aggressive
Good-natured
Clever
Opinionated

Pughasas are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Peke-A-Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pughasas make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Peke-A-Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Lhasa Apso, Pug

Pekingese, Miniature Pinscher

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black
Fawn
White

Black
Brown
White
Gray
Fawn

Pughasas have medium-length coats.

Peke-A-Pins have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Pughasa 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 Peke-A-Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Pughasas 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 Peke-A-Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Skeletal Deformities

Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Ulcer

KCS
Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests

Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination

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

Peke-A-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

The Pughasa is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Peke-A-Pins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Play keep away, Walk, Tug-of-war, Dressing up, Run, Playing

Wrestling

Ideally, Pughasa should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Peke-A-Pin 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pughasa is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Peke-A-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pughasa 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 Peke-A-Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

Peke-A-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Pughasas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Peke-A-Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Peke-A-Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Peke-A-Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Peke-A-Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.