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

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

Petite Labradoodles are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Pug and Silky Terrier

Cocker Spaniel, Poodle and Labrador Retriever

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Cream
Silver
Blue
Gray

Black
Brown
Fawn

Straight

Curly

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 Petite Labradoodle can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

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.

While the Petite Labradoodle breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Epilepsy
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Corneal Ulcer

Ear Infections
Allergies
Joint Dysplasia

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

Ear Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

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

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

Petite Labradoodles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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 Petite Labradoodle, it's at least 7 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 Petite Labradoodles 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.

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

The Petite Labradoodle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Silky Pug 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, Petite Labradoodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Petite Labradoodle feed 1.5 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 Silky Pug is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Petite Labradoodle is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Petite Labradoodle 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.

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

Petite Labradoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Petite Labradoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Petite Labradoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Petite Labradoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.