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

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Watchful
Trustworthy

Japugs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Golden Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Japanese Chin and Pug

German Shepherd, Golden Retriever

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

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

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

White
Sable
Gray
Black
Blue

Japugs have short coats.

Golden Shepherds are known for their coat 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 Golden Shepherd can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

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

Allergies

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing
Hip

Japugs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Golden Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Japugs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Golden Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Golden Shepherds 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.

Golden Shepherds 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 Golden Shepherd, 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 Golden Shepherds 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.

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

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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Golden Shepherd 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 Golden Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Golden Shepherd 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.

Japug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Golden Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Shepherds 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.

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

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

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

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

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