Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Quick
Gentle
Going
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Sociable
Loyal
Protective
Tolerant
Loving

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

Choose a Dogo Argentino 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.

United States

Argentina

Pug and Silky Terrier

mastiff, cordoba fighting dog

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
Backwoods Bulldog Club

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1920s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Cream
Silver
Blue
Gray

White

Silky Pugs have medium-length coats.

Dogo Argentinos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Silky Pug can have a litter of 3-5 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 Dogo Argentino 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.

Silky Pugs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Dogo Argentinos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Entropion
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

About 10% Of Dogs Are Born Deaf
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Corneal Ulcer

Glaucoma
Laryngeal Paralysis

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Hip and Knee
Skeletal Exam

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination

Silky Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Dogo Argentinos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Dogo Argentino has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Dogo Argentinos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Dogo Argentinos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Playing, Snuggling

None, Walking, Finding sticks, Running, Sniffing, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Jumping, Walk, Snuggling, Dog Parks, Doggie daycare, Swimming, Attack

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Pug, it's at least 5 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 Dogo Argentino, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky 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.

In general most Dogo Argentinos 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 Silky Pug requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dogo Argentino has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Silky 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.

For an average 88-100 pound (40 - 45 kg) Dogo Argentino 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 Silky Pug is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dogo Argentino is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Pug is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Dogo Argentino 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.

Silky Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Dogo Argentino is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Dogo Argentinos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silky Pugs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Dogo Argentinos are not cat friendly.

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

Dogo Argentinos are not dog-friendly.

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

Dogo Argentinos are not very stranger friendly.

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

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