Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle

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

ShiChis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Chihuahua and Shih Tzu

Cairn Terrier 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
Isabella

Black

Cream
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Gray
Brown
White
Brindle

A ShiChi 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.

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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dental Problems

Entropion
Corneal Ulcer
Flea Allergy
Weight Gain

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Blood
Allergy Tests
Hip and Knee

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

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

ShiChis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

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

Playing Ball, Sleep, Running, Game of fetch, Chasing, Frisbee, Rough Housing, Tug, Eating Snacks, Play keep away, Nap, Road trip, Chase, High Five, Hide & Seek, Painting nails, Speak, Shake, Dog Parks, Bath time, Play, Sleeping, Kissing, Walking, Playing, Hugging, Cuddling, Chasing me, Sleeping on me, Fetch

High Five, Bath time, Hide & Seek

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For ShiChi, it's at least 4 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 Pugairn, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most ShiChis usually need at least 25 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 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.

The ShiChi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a ShiChi is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 Pugairn is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

ShiChi has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pugairns are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Pugairns have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

ShiChis are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

ShiChis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

ShiChis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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