Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Cheerful

Italian Mastweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

Pug and American Pit Bull Terrier

1990s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Brindle
Sable

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

Pug Pits have short coats.

An Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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 Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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.

Italian Mastweilers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Hypothyroidism
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Allergies
Corneal Ulcer
Dry Eye

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

Full Body Physical Examination

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

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

Biking, Hiking

Walking, Tug of war, Taking walks, Throwing ball, Cuddling, Playing, Sleeping, Running, Snuggling, Toys, Chillin, Eating

Italian Mastweilers 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.

Pug Pits 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 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 Pug Pit, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Mastweilers 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.

In general most Pug Pits 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 Italian Mastweiler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Pug Pit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 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 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Pug Pit feed 2 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 an Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Pug Pit 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.

Italian Mastweilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

Pug Pits are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Italian Mastweilers are not very stranger friendly.

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

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

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