Companionable
Devoted
Loyal
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Vigilant

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

Choose a Dogue de Bordeaux 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.

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

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Hazel

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Cream
Black
Gray
White
Pied

Dogue de Bordeauxs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Pug-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Dogue de Bordeaux can have a litter of 10-12 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-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.

Dogue de Bordeauxs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Dogue de Bordeaux 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.

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

Heart Disease
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye Problems
Ichthyosis

Allergies
Dry Eye

Elbow
Blood Test
Heart
Hips
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Respiratory Tests

Full Body Physical Examination

Dogue de Bordeauxs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Dogue de Bordeaux has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dogue de Bordeaux, it's at least 8 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-Coton, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dogue de Bordeauxs 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-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.

The Dogue de Bordeaux has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Dogue de Bordeaux 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

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

For an average 120-145 pound (54 - 66 kg) Dogue de Bordeaux feed 4 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 12-14 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.

The average cost of a Dogue de Bordeaux is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Dogue de Bordeaux is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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-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.

Dogue de Bordeaux has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

The Dogue de Bordeaux 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

Pug-Cotons are highly friendly around strangers.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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