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

Active
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Lively
Watchful

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

Choose a Belgian Laekenois 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.

Shih Tzu and Pug

shepherd

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pug-Zus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Belgian Laekenoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Belgian Laekenois can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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.

Belgian Laekenoiss are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Skin Problems
Demodactic Mange

Hypothyroidism

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

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

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

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Belgian Laekenois 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

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.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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 Belgian Laekenois, it's at least 8 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 Belgian Laekenoiss usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Belgian Laekenois 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Belgian Laekenois 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 Pug-Zu is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Belgian Laekenois is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 a Belgian Laekenois 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.

Pug-Zu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Belgian Laekenois is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

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

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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 Belgian Laekenois is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.