Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Faithful

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japugs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

German Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog

Japanese Chin and Pug

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Blue
Gray
Black
Brown
Cream

Black
White
Fawn
Silver

Euro Mountain Sheparneses have medium-length coats.

Japugs have short coats.

An Euro Mountain Sheparnese can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Japugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Euro Mountain Sheparnese breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Meningitis
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

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

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Blood Analysis

Blood Test
Spine
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Euro Mountain Sheparnese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Japugs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Euro Mountain Sheparnese, it's at least 14 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 Japug, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Euro Mountain Sheparneses usually need at least 180 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 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.

The Euro Mountain Sheparnese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-110 pound (36 - 50 kg) Euro Mountain Sheparnese feed 4 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 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.

The average cost of an Euro Mountain Sheparnese is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Euro Mountain Sheparnese is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 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.

Euro Mountain Sheparnese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Japug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Japugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Japugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Japugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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