Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

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

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

Avoid Pugaliers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chinooks make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
White
Fawn

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

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

Chinooks have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Pugalier can have a litter of 3-5 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 Chinook can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Pugaliers 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 Chinook breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Conditions

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Dry Eye

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Pugaliers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Chinooks need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugalier, 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 Chinook, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugaliers 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 Chinooks 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 Pugalier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Pugalier 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 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Chinook 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 Pugalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chinook is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugalier 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 Chinook 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.

Pugaliers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

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

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

Pugaliers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Pugaliers are highly friendly around strangers.

Chinooks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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