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

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Good-natured
Easygoing
Opinionated

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

Peke-A-Teses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Pug and American Pit Bull Terrier

Pekingese, Maltese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

Unknown

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Brindle
Sable

White
Gray
Brindle
Fawn
Cream
Black

Pug Pits have short coats.

Peke-A-Teses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Peke-A-Tese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

Peke-A-Teses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Obesity
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Allergies
Corneal Ulcer
Dry Eye

KCS
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Full Body Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

Peke-A-Tese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Peke-A-Teses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Walking, Tug of war, Taking walks, Throwing ball, Cuddling, Playing, Sleeping, Running, Snuggling, Toys, Chillin, Eating

Walks

Pug Pits are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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

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 Peke-A-Tese, it's at least 4 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 Peke-A-Teses usually need at least 20 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.

Peke-A-Teses 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.

Pug Pit 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, Peke-A-Tese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
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 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Peke-A-Tese 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.

The average cost of a Pug Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Peke-A-Tese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Peke-A-Tese 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.

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

Peke-A-Teses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Pug Pit is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Peke-A-Teses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

Peke-A-Teses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Peke-A-Teses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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