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

Affectionate
Energetic
Playful
Devoted
Loyal
Reliable

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

Irish Red and White Setters are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Ireland

Japanese Chin and Pug

setter

2000's

1800s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

Red
White

Japugs have short coats.

Irish Red and White Setters have medium-length coats.

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.

An Irish Red and White Setter can have a litter of 11-13 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Irish Red and White Setter breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Hip Dysplasia
Canine Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Hips
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Irish Red and White Setters thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Irish Red and White Setter 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.

Irish Red and White Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Irish Red and White Setters are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Japug dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Irish Red and White Setters bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

Irish Red and White Setters 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 Irish Red and White Setter, it's at least 15 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 Irish Red and White Setters 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.

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

The Irish Red and White Setter 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, Irish Red and White Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Irish Red and White Setter feed 2.5 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 Japug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Red and White Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 an Irish Red and White Setter is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Irish Red and White Setters can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Irish Red and White Setters 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.

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

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

Irish Red and White Setters are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Japugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Irish Red and White Setters are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Irish Red and White Setters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Irish Red and White Setters are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.