Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Active
Strung
Energetic
Loyal

Pug-Zus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

American English Coonhounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Shih Tzu and Pug

English Foxhound, Bloodhound, Virginia Coonhound

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®

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1700's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

Pug-Zus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

American English Coonhounds have medium-length coats.

A Pug-Zu can have a litter of 2-5 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.

An American English Coonhound can have a litter of 10-12 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-Zus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

American English Coonhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pug-Zus 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 American English Coonhound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Skin Problems
Demodactic Mange

Ear Infections

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmological Examination

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Pug-Zus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

American English Coonhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

American English Coonhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pug-Zus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American English Coonhounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pug-Zus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

American English Coonhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pug-Zus bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Playing, Walk, Running, Playdate, Go to Park, Run, Go to Beach, Play, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Football, Walking, Walks, Baths, Toys, Tricks, Taking walks, Tug of war, Fetch, Car rides, Working, Sleeping, Training, Chase, Hikes, Being nosey, Dog Parks, Parks, Off roading, Biting feet

Walking, Playing, Chewing, Play keep away, Hunting, Sniffing, Running, Walk, Run, Boat ride, Play, Eating Snacks, Dog Parks, Walks, Dog park visits

Pug-Zus 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.

American English Coonhounds 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 Pug-Zu, it's at least 5 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 American English Coonhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pug-Zus 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 American English Coonhounds 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 Pug-Zu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The American English Coonhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

American English Coonhound 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Pug-Zu 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 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American English Coonhound 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 Pug-Zu is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American English Coonhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pug-Zu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 American English Coonhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

Pug-Zus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Pug-Zus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

American English Coonhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pug-Zus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American English Coonhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pug-Zus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Pug-Zus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

American English Coonhounds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pug-Zus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

American English Coonhounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

American English Coonhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The American English Coonhound is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.