Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Cheerful

Pekingese, Japanese Chin

English Mastiff, Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Red

Blue
Brindle
Fawn
Red

Japekes are known for their coat length.

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

A Japeke 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.

An English Mastahoula can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

English Mastahoulas are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye disorders and disease

Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cleft Palate

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Obesity

Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination
Radiographs

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing

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

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

Japekes are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Play, Daily Life, Teasing, Playing, Cuddling, Walking, Relaxing walks

Fetch, Walk, Cuddling

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

English Mastahoulas 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 Japeke, it's at least 5 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 English Mastahoula, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japekes 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 English 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.

Japekes 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 English Mastahoula has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-11 pound (3 - 5 kg) Japeke 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.

For an average 100-160 pound (45 - 73 kg) English 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.

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

The average cost of an English Mastahoula is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Japeke 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 an English Mastahoula is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

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

English Mastahoulas can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Japekes are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

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

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

Japekes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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

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