Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Reserved

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

Engatzu Spaniels are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Pugairns as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Cairn Terrier and Pug

English Toy Spaniel and Shih Tzu

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Brown
White
Brindle

White
Red
Brown
Black

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

Engatzu Spaniels are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

A Pugairn can have a litter of 2-10 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.

An Engatzu Spaniel 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.

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

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

Pugairns 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 Engatzu Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spinal Disease

Entropion
Corneal Ulcer
Flea Allergy
Weight Gain

Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Blood
Allergy Tests
Hip and Knee

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Ocular Tests
Skin Scrapings
Electroretinogram (ERG)

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

Engatzu Spaniels are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Engatzu Spaniels need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Pugairns sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Engatzu Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

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

In general most Pugairns 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 Engatzu Spaniels 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.

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

Engatzu Spaniels require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pugairn 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an Engatzu Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The Pugairn is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Pugairns are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Engatzu Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Engatzu Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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