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

Curious
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Quiet
Detached

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

Chow Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

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

Chinese Crested and Pug

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Blue
Brown
Cream
Pied
White
Sable

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Pugeses have short coats.

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Chow Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

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

Cataracts

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

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

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

Chow Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Pugese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chow Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

Pugeses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Cuddles, Fetch games, Long walks, Cuddletime, Treattime, Grooming, Treat time, Sitting, Riding in Car

Swimming, Play fighting, Car rides, Running, Puppacinos, Running at, Getting trained

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.

Chow Shepherds 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 Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 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.

Chow Shepherds 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.

Pugese 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, Chow Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Pugese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-90 pound (20 - 41 kg) Chow Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Chow Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Chow Shepherd 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.

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

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pugeses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chow Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pugeses are highly friendly around strangers.

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.