Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Vocal
Extroverted

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

Pug-Zus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Pomeranian, Coton de Tulear

Shih Tzu and Pug

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Blue

Black
Brown
White
Fawn
Brindle

A Pom-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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 Pug-Zu can have a litter of 2-5 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.

While the Pom-Coton breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Pug-Zus typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Allergies
Skin Problems
Demodactic Mange

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmological Examination

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

Pug-Zus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Pug-Zus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Pug-Zus 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 Pom-Cotons 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 Pug-Zus 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.

Pom-Cotons 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.

The Pug-Zu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pom-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

Pom-Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pug-Zu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Pug-Zus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Pom-Cotons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pom-Cotons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Pom-Cotons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Pug-Zus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.