Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Reserved

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

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

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

Pug, Cocker Spaniel

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®

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Cocker Pugs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Great Pyredane can have a litter of 10-15 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 Cocker Pug can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Ear Infections
Entropion
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hypothyroidism
Atopy Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Diabetes
Heart Murmur
Mast Cell Tumors

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
Skin Scraping
Allergy Tests
Ear Examination
Biopsy
Eye examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Serum Chemistry Tests

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

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

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

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

Great Pyredanes require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Great Pyredanes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Run, Nap, Walking, Fetch, Cuddles, Running, Swimming, Playing chase, Hugs, Walks, Naps, Watching tv, Trips, Petting, Brushing, Play, Bedtime, Tag, Tug-of-war, Chewing on toys, Ball toss, Catch treats, Chasing balls

Chase, Playing, Tug-of-war, Walking, Cuddling, Swimming, Camp, Fetch, Swim, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyredane, it's at least 9 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 Cocker Pug, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyredanes 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 Cocker Pugs 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Great Pyredane 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 18-35 pound (8 - 16 kg) Cocker Pug feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Pyredane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyredane 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 Cocker Pug 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.

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

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

Cocker Pugs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Great Pyredanes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Great Pyredanes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Great Pyredanes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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

Cocker Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.