Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Extroverted

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

Brusselranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Brusselranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chinese Crested and Pug

Pomeranian, Brussels Griffon

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

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Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Blue
Brown
Cream
Pied
White
Sable

Black
Gray
Red
Brown

Pugeses have short coats.

Brusselranians are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Pugese 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.

A Brusselranian can have a litter of 1-3 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.

Pugeses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Pugeses 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 Brusselranian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Dental Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Skin Diseases and Disorders

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

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

Brusselranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Pugeses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Pugese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Pugeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pugese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Brusselranians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugese, it's at least 5 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 Brusselranian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugeses 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 Brusselranians 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.

The Pugese has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Brusselranians require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Brusselranian is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugese 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.

The average per month expenses of a Brusselranian 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.

Pugeses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Brusselranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Pugeses are highly friendly around strangers.

Brusselranians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.