Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Cheerful
Brave
Bright

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

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

Miniature Golden Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

​United States

United States

Boxer, Pug

Cocker Spaniel, Poodle and Golden Retriever

2000s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Fawn
Silver
Black
Brindle

Isabella
Red
Cream

Box-a-Pugs have short coats.

Miniature Golden Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Box-a-Pug can have a litter of 2-10 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 Miniature Golden Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Bloat
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Subaortic Stenosis
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Atopy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
CT or MRI scan
Blood Work
Radiography

Skin Evaluation
Electrocardiogram
BAER Testing
Neurological Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Box-a-Pugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Box-a-Pugs 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.

Miniature Golden Retrievers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Box-a-Pug, it's at least 9 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 Miniature Golden Retriever, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Box-a-Pugs usually need at least 40 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 Miniature Golden Retrievers 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.

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

The Miniature Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Box-a-Pug 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, Miniature Golden Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Box-a-Pug 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 20-45 pound (9 - 20 kg) Miniature Golden Retriever 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.

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

The Miniature Golden Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Miniature Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Box-a-Pugs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Box-a-Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.