Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Watchful
Cheerful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

German Shepherd and English Springer Spaniel

Japanese Chin and Pug

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Brindle

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

Spanierds have medium-length coats.

Japugs have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Spanierd 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 Japug 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.

Entropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Elbow Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Entropion
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Hemivertebrae
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Meningitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Atopy Dermatitis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Allergy Testing

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Spanierd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Spanierds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Spanierds 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.

Japugs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Japug 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 Spanierd, it's at least 8 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 Japug, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Spanierds usually need at least 90 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 Japugs 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.

Spanierds 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.

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

Spanierd 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

In general Japug should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Spanierd 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 7-20 pound (3 - 9 kg) Japug 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 Spanierd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Spanierd is between $35 - $48. This makes an average of $420 - $576 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 Japug 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Japugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

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