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

Dignified
Independent
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Strong
Willed
Quiet
Mischievous

Pug and Maltese

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
White

Red
Fawn
Black
Brindle

Malti-Pugs have medium-length coats.

Rhodesian Bernards 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.

A Rhodesian Bernard 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.

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

Rhodesian Bernards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Distichiasis
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Heart Conditions
Wobbler's Syndrome

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

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hearing
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Blood And Urine Analysis

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.

Rhodesian Bernards 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 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 Rhodesian Bernard, it's at least 8 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 Rhodesian Bernards 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.

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

Rhodesian Bernard 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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 110-130 pound (50 - 59 kg) Rhodesian Bernard feed 3.5 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 a Rhodesian Bernard is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 a Rhodesian Bernard 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.

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.

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

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

Malti-Pugs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

Malti-Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Rhodesian Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.