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

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Attentive
Tenacious
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered

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

Vizsla Staffs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Pug and Yorkshire Terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier, Vizsla

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Pied
Brindle

Black
Brown
Gray
Red
Cream
White
Pied
Brindle

Pugshires have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Pugshire can have a litter of 4-6 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 Vizsla Staff can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

Vizsla Staffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Pugshire 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.

While the Vizsla Staff breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Epilepsy
Heart Conditions
Hypothyroidism
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Eye Examinations
Blood And Urine Analysis
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

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

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

Pugshires 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.

Vizsla Staffs 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 Pugshire, it's at least 7 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 Vizsla Staff, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Vizsla Staff is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Vizsla Staff 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Pugshire 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 50-55 pound (23 - 25 kg) Vizsla Staff 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 Pugshire is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Vizsla Staff is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugshire 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.

The average per month expenses of a Vizsla Staff 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.

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

Vizsla Staffs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Pugshires have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Vizsla Staffs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Vizsla Staffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Vizsla Staffs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

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