Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

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

United States

United States

Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Pug, Norwich Terrier

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Red
Black

A Germanees 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.

A Pugwich can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Epilepsy
Corneal Ulcer
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

Allergies
Dry Eye

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

Urinalysis
Spinal Tap
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

Germaneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pugwichs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Playing fetch, Herding, Fetch, Walk, Play, Run, Pet stores, Car rides, Park, Hiking, Off-leash, Swim, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Running, Walking, Cuddling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Germanees, it's at least 14 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 Pugwich, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Germaneess 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.

In general most Pugwichs usually need at least 70 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 Germanees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Pugwich 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees 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.

For an average 10-19 pound (5 - 9 kg) Pugwich feed 1.5 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 Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pugwich is somewhere $2.10 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Germanees 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.

The average per month expenses of a Pugwich is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

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

Germaneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Germaneess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Pugwichs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Germaneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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