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

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

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

Labradingers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pug and Shiba Inu mix

English Springer Spaniel and Labrador Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Fawn
Pied

Black
Brown
Cream

Pug Shibas have short coats.

Labradingers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Labradinger 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.

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

Epilepsy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Full Body Physical Examination

Hip

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

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

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

Labradingers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Bike ride

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 Labradinger, it's at least 8 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 Labradingers 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 Labradinger requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The Labradinger is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pug Shibas are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Labradingers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Labradingers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Labradingers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Labradingers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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