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

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Good-natured
Cheerful

Avoid Malti-Pugs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Pug and Maltese

Labrador Retriever and Australian Shepherd

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

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 Sheprador can have a litter of 5-10 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 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 Sheprador 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)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Pelger - Huet Syndrome
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Malti-Pugs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Shepradors thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Malti-Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Fetch, Catch treats, Running, Soccer

Walk, Tug-of-war

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.

Shepradors 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 Sheprador, it's at least 15 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 Shepradors 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 50-80 pound (23 - 36 kg) Sheprador 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 a Sheprador is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 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 Sheprador is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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-Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Sheprador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors 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.

Shepradors 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.

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

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

The Sheprador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.