Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Trainable
Bold
Quiet
Cooperative
Boisterous

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Going
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Cheerful

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

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer

Lhasa Apso, Pug

Brown
Amber

Brown

Brown
Fawn
Black
White
Red

Black
Fawn
White

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

Pughasas have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Pointer Bay can have a litter of 7-12 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 Pughasa can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Pointer Bays are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Lymphedema
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

Entropion
Ectropion
Cataracts
Lupoid Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Corneal Ulcer

Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Genetic Testing
Chest X-rays
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests

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

Pughasas are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Pughasa has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pointer Bays are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Pointer Bays 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.

Pughasas 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 Pointer Bay, 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 Pughasa, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointer Bays usually need at least 90 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 Pughasas usually need at least 25 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 Pointer Bay has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Pughasa requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pointer Bay 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, Pughasa should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Pointer Bay feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Pughasa 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 Pointer Bay is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Pughasa is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pointer Bay 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 Pughasa 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.

Pointer Bay is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

Pughasas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pughasas make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Pughasas are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Pointer Bays are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Pointer Bays are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

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