Affectionate
Courageous
Intelligent
Going
Loyal
Cheerful
Gentle
Friendly
Playful

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

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

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

China

United States

Pekingese, Bulldog, French Mastiff

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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®

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Pugs have short coats.

Jacairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Pug can have a litter of 12-15 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 Jacairn 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.

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

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

The Pug breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Eye
Blood Test
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

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

Jacairns' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pug has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Jacairn has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Jacairns are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Go to Park, Walk, Eating Snacks, Nap, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Fetch, People watching, Sleeping, Walking, Petting, Sitting, Chase, Run, Barking, Running, Dog park, Very slow, Sniffing, Swim, Smell, Snacks, Explore, Walks, Pets, Jumping, Treats, Resting, Slow walking, Peanut butter

Park, Fetch, Walking, Watching tv, Relaxing, Playdate, Teasing, Cuddling, Playing, Run

Pugs 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.

Jacairns 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 Pug, it's at least 5 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 Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugs usually need at least 40 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 Jacairns 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 Pug is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-20 pound (6 - 9 kg) Pug feed 1 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 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Jacairn feed 3 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 Pug is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Jacairn is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pug is between $35 - $50. This makes an average of $420 - $600 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 Jacairn is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

Jacairn is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Jacairns can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Jacairns are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

Pugs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Jacairns are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.