Posavac Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Croatia

Germany

Unknown

Pomeranian, Pug

15th Century

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Fawn
Isabella

Black
Fawn
Brown

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

Pom-A-Pugs have medium-length coats.

A Posavac Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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 Pom-A-Pug can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Skin Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Ear Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiogram

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

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

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

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

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

Walk play

Walk, Play, Run, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Cuddles, Running, Puzzle games

Posavac Hounds 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.

Pom-A-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 Posavac Hound, it's at least 14 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 Pom-A-Pug, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Posavac Hounds 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 Pom-A-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.

The Posavac Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Pom-A-Pug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Posavac Hound feed 2 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 3-18 pound (1 - 8 kg) Pom-A-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 Posavac Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-A-Pug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Posavac Hound 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 Pom-A-Pug 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.

Posavac Hounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Pom-A-Pugs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.