Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Vigilant

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Clever

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

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

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French Mastiff, Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog

Pug and Miniature Pinscher

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Brindle

Cream
Black
Brown
White

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

Muggins have short coats.

A French Mastahoula 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.

A Muggin 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Problems

Entropion
Cataracts
Atopy

Demodectic Mange
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Pateller Luxation

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Bloodwork
Thyroid Panel
Skin Scrape

Blood
Knee
Hips
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Thyroid Testing

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

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

French Mastahoulas 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.

Muggins 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 French Mastahoula, it's at least 12 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 Muggin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most French Mastahoulas 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 Muggins usually need at least 50 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 French Mastahoula has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

French Mastahoula 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, Muggin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-82 pound (13 - 37 kg) French Mastahoula 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 12-22 pound (5 - 10 kg) Muggin 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 French Mastahoula is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a French Mastahoula 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 Muggin 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.

French Mastahoulas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

French Mastahoulas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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