Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

Affectionate
Courageous
Intelligent
Going
Loyal
Cheerful
Gentle
Friendly
Playful

United States

China

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

Pekingese, Bulldog, French Mastiff

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Black
White

Black
Fawn

Bluetick Rat Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pugs have short coats.

A Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

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.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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.

Usually Very Healthy

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

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Allergies
Corneal Ulcer

Ear Examination
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

Bluetick Rat Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing fetch

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bluetick Rat Terrier, 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 Pug, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bluetick Rat Terriers usually need at least 90 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 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

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.

The average cost of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pug is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

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.

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

Pugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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