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

Affectionate
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

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

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

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.

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

Irish Wolfhound and Tibetan Mastiff

Beagle and Pug

Unknown

1980s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Black
Fawn

Black
Fawn
Red
White

Tibetan Wolfhounds have medium-length coats.

Puggles have short coats.

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 Puggle can have a litter of 10-15 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.

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

Puggles 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

Stenotic Nares
Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Ear Infections
Skin Problems
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer

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

Eye
Blood
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan

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

Puggles 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.

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

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.

Puggles 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 Puggle, it's at least 8 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 Puggles usually need at least 25 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 Puggle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Puggle feed 2 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 Puggle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Puggle 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.

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

Puggles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Tibetan Wolfhounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Puggles 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.

Puggles are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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