Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Trainable
Cheerful
Vocal

Calm
Gentle
Suspicious
Dominant
Strong
Willed

Pug-Cotons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Perro De Presa Canarios shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Choose a Perro De Presa Canario if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Coton de Tulear and Pug

Bardino Majero, English Mastiff

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

America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

Unknown

15th Century

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Black
Gray
White
Pied

Brindle
Black
Fawn
Red
Silver

Pug-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Perro De Presa Canarios have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Pug-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 Perro De Presa Canario can have a litter of 9-11 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.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemivertebrae
Corneal Ulcer
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Allergies
Dry Eye

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Epilepsy
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
ACL Tears

Full Body Physical Examination

CERF
Skeletal
Skin Scraping
OFA on hips and elbows
Complete Physical Examination

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

Perro De Presa Canarios thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Perro De Presa Canario has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Pug-Cotons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Perro De Presa Canarios need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Pug-Cotons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pug-Coton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Perro De Presa Canarios 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 Pug-Coton, 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 Perro De Presa Canario, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pug-Cotons 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.

In general most Perro De Presa Canarios 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-Coton requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Perro De Presa Canario has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Perro De Presa Canario 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Pug-Coton 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 110-130 pound (50 - 59 kg) Perro De Presa Canario 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-Coton is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Perro De Presa Canario is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pug-Coton 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.

The average per month expenses of a Perro De Presa Canario is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Pug-Cotons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Perro De Presa Canario is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios are not the best choice for families with kids.

Pug-Cotons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Perro De Presa Canarios are not cat friendly.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios are not dog-friendly.

Pug-Cotons are highly friendly around strangers.

Perro De Presa Canarios are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Perro De Presa Canarios have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.