Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Cheerful

Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Selfish
Confidence

Brussels Griffon and Pug

Entlebucher Mountain Dog, American Pit Bull Terrier

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White
Brown
Black

Red
Sable
Fawn
Brown
White
Black
Pied

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

Entlebucher Pits have short coats.

A Brug can have a litter of 2-4 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.

An Entlebucher Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

Entlebucher Pits have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Brugs 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 Entlebucher Pit breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Entropion
Skin Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Full Physical Examination
Optical Examination for PRA
Full Blood Profile
Skin Biopsy

Eye Examination
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood Chemistry

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

Entlebucher Pit has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Brugs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Entlebucher Pits sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Play, Dog Parks, Catch treats, High Five, Bath time, Snuggling, Fetch, Walk, Swim, Tug-of-war, Cuddles

Chase, Eating Snacks, Play

Brugs 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.

Entlebucher Pits 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 Brug, it's at least 7 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 Entlebucher Pit, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Entlebucher Pit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Brug 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 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Entlebucher Pit 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 Brug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Entlebucher Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Brug 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.

The average per month expenses of an Entlebucher Pit is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

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

Entlebucher Pits can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Brugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Entlebucher Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Entlebucher Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Entlebucher Pits are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Entlebucher Pits are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Entlebucher Pits are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.