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

Aloof
Clownish
Dignified
Happy
Independent

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

Kuchis are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Papitese 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.

Avoid Kuchis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Papillon, Maltese

Molosser-type Dogs

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®

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Gray
Red
Fawn

Papiteses have medium-length coats.

Kuchis have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Kuchi can have a litter of 12-13 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.

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

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

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

Bloat

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

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

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

Papiteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

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

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

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Agility

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 Kuchi, 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 Kuchis 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 Papitese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Kuchi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Kuchi 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 88-176 pound (40 - 80 kg) Kuchi feed 3.4 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 Kuchi is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Kuchi is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Papiteses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Kuchi is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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.

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

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

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

Kuchis 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.

Kuchis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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