Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle

Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Clever

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

Doxie-Pits are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Shih Tzu and Papillon

American Pit Bull Terrier, Dachshund

1990s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

Papastzus are known for their coat length.

Doxie-Pits have short coats.

A Papastzu 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.

A Doxie-Pit can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Doxie-Pits are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Familial Nephropathy
Eyelid Defects
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Invertebral Disc Disease

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

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

Car rides, Walk, Go visiting, Walking, Playing fetch, Throwing a ball, Swimming

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Cuddles, Chase, Sleeping in, Chewing on toys, Go to Park, Frisbee, Fetch, Swimming, Cuddleing, Dog Parks, Playing, Cuddling, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Sharing Food, Running, Relaxing, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Driving, Playdate, Walk, Run, Play, Nap, Snuggling, Tug-a-war

Papastzus 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.

Doxie-Pits 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papastzu, it's at least 3 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 Doxie-Pit, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papastzus 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 Doxie-Pits usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Papastzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Doxie-Pit has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Doxie-Pit 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
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-16 pound (2 - 7 kg) Papastzu 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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Doxie-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 Papastzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Doxie-Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Papastzu 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 Doxie-Pit is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 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.

Papastzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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