Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Cheerful

Adaptable
Fearless
Loyal
Companionable
Loving
Obedient

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

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

United States

Germany

Pug and American Pit Bull Terrier

newfoundland, long haired saint bernard, pyrenean mountain dog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Brindle
Sable

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Sable
Brindle

Pug Pits have short coats.

Leonbergers have medium-length coats.

A Pug Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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 Leonberger can have a litter of 8-10 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.

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

Leonbergers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pug Pits typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Leonbergers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Hypothyroidism
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Allergies
Corneal Ulcer
Dry Eye

Laryngeal Paralysis
Inherited Leonberger Polyneuropathy

Full Body Physical Examination

Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Hips
Skeletal
Physical Examination
Throat

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pug Pit, it's at least 6 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 Leonberger, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pug Pits usually need at least 45 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 Leonbergers 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 Pug Pit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Leonberger requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Pug Pit feed 2 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 120-170 pound (54 - 77 kg) Leonberger feed 4.5 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 Pug Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Leonberger is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pug Pit is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Leonberger is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Pug Pit is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Leonberger is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

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