Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Stubborn
Aloof
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Quiet
Detached

Papiteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Chowpits are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Papillon, Maltese

Chow Chow and 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.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Fawn
Blue
Brown
Black
Gray

Wavy

Straight

A Papitese 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 Chowpit can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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

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

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

Entropion
Cataracts

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

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

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

In general most Papiteses usually need at least 30 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 Chowpits usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Papitese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chowpit 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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese 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 40-70 pound (18 - 32 kg) Chowpit 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 Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Papitese 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 Chowpit 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.

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

Chowpits have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Chowpits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Chowpits are not dog-friendly.

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

Chowpits are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

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