Stubborn
Aloof
Dignified
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Generous
Thoughtful

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

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

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

Choose a Tibetan Wolfhound if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Pugaliers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Irish Wolfhound and Tibetan Mastiff

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pug

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Black
Fawn

Black
Brown
Gray
White
Fawn

Tibetan Wolfhounds have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Tibetan Wolfhound can have a litter of 5-12 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 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.

Tibetan Wolfhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Liver Shunts
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Conditions

Ear Infections
Skin Problems
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Patellar Luxation
Dry Eye

X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Tibetan Wolfhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Tibetan Wolfhounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

The Tibetan Wolfhound is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Tibetan Wolfhounds are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Tibetan Wolfhound dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Pugaliers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tibetan Wolfhound, 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 Pugalier, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tibetan Wolfhounds 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 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 160-180 pound (73 - 82 kg) Tibetan Wolfhound 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 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.

The average cost of a Tibetan Wolfhound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Wolfhound 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 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.

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

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

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

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

Tibetan Wolfhounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

Tibetan Wolfhounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Pugaliers are highly friendly around strangers.