Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Playful
Stubborn
Dignified
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive

Malti-Pugs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Pug and Maltese

American Pit Bull Terrier, Alaskan Malamute

Unknown

Late 1800s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
White

Black
Blue
Fawn
Red
White
Brown
Silver
Brindle
Sable

Malti-Pugs have medium-length coats.

Alaskan Pit Bulls have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Malti-Pug 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.

An Alaskan Pit Bull can have a litter of 4-10 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.

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

Alaskan Pit Bulls have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Malti-Pugs 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 Alaskan Pit Bull breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Distichiasis
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Atopic Dermatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Pug Dog Encephalitis

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

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

Alaskan Pit Bull has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Malti-Pugs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Alaskan Pit Bulls sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Catch treats, Running, Soccer

Catch, Walk

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

Alaskan Pit Bulls 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 Malti-Pug, it's at least 2 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 Alaskan Pit Bull, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malti-Pugs 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 Alaskan Pit Bulls 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.

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

Alaskan Pit Bull 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Malti-Pug feed 0.5 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 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Alaskan Pit Bull feed 2.5 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 Malti-Pug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Alaskan Pit Bull is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Malti-Pug 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 an Alaskan Pit Bull 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.

Malti-Pugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Malti-Pugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are not cat friendly.

Malti-Pugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Malti-Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Alaskan Pit Bulls are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Malti-Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.