Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Keen
Cheerful
Faithful
Charming

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Frenchneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pug and Shiba Inu mix

French Bulldog and Havanese

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Fawn
Pied

Brindle
Fawn
White
Black
Sable
Gray

Pug Shibas have short coats.

Frenchneses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Pug Shiba 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 Frenchnese can have a litter of 1-9 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.

Pug Shibas 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 Frenchnese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Hypothyroidism
Cancer
Corneal Ulcer
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Canine Glaucoma

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Allergies
Dry Eye

Patellar Luxation

Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination

Pug Shiba has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Fetch, Playing Ball, Seeking, Training, Relax, Walks

Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pug Shiba, 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 Frenchnese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pug Shibas 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.

In general most Frenchneses 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.

The Pug Shiba has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pug Shiba 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

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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Pug Shiba feed 2 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 14-22 pound (6 - 10 kg) Frenchnese 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.

The average cost of a Pug Shiba is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Frenchnese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pug Shiba 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.

The average per month expenses of a Frenchnese 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.

Pug Shibas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Pug Shibas may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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