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

Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive

United States

Unites States

Japanese Chin and Pug

Dalmatian and Australian Cattle Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

Red
Blue
White
Black
Brindle

Japugs have short coats.

Dalmatian Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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.

A Dalmatian Heeler can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Japugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dalmatian Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Skin Allergies
Urinary Stones

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Eye Tests
Hearing Tests
Urinalysis and Urine Culture
Ultrasound to detect urinary stone location
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies

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

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

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

Dalmatian Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Dalmatian Heelers 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 Japug, 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 Dalmatian Heeler, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Dalmatian Heelers usually need at least 120 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 Japug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Dalmatian Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

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.

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Dalmatian Heeler 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 Japug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dalmatian Heeler is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian Heeler 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.

Japugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Japugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Dalmatian Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Dalmatian Heelers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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