Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog 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 Puglands as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Nepal
India

United States

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

Pug and Westie

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

Puglands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 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 Pugland 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Entropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Glaucoma
Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
DNA

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Puglands are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

The Pugland is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Camp, Hike, Kayaking

Himalayan Sheepdogs 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.

Puglands 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 Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Pugland, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Himalayan Sheepdogs 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.

In general most Puglands 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog 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, Pugland should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog 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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Pugland feed 1.5 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 Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pugland is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Himalayan Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Pugland is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Pugland has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

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