Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Easygoing

Chimations are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Malti-Pugs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chihuahua, Dalmatian

Pug and Maltese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Cream
Brown

Fawn
Black
White

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

Malti-Pugs have medium-length coats.

A Chimation 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.

A Malti-Pug 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Distichiasis
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Atopic Dermatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Pug Dog Encephalitis

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

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

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

Tug of war, Watching movies, Running, Road trip, Play, Run, Sleep

Fetch, Catch treats, Running, Soccer

Chimations 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.

Malti-Pugs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Malti-Pug dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chimation, it's at least 11 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 Malti-Pug, it's at least 2 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chimations 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 Malti-Pugs 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.

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

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

Chimation 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Chimation 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.

For an average 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Malti-Pug feed 0.5 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 Chimation is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Chimation 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 Malti-Pug 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.

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

Malti-Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Malti-Pugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chimations have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Malti-Pugs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chimations are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Malti-Pugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Malti-Pugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Chimations are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Malti-Pugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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