Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Watchful
Cheerful

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Shugs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Hava-Jacks are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

German Shepherd, Pug

Jack Russell Terrier, Havanese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brindle
Fawn
Cream

White
Black
Sable
Gray

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

Hava-Jacks have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Shug can have a litter of 6-10 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 Hava-Jack can have a litter of 1-9 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.

The Shug breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Hava-Jack breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Blood Work
Echocardiogram Tests
Ophthalmic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Walks, Walks dog parks, Cuddli, Playing fetch, Tracking, Hide and seek, Walking, Cuddling, Training, Water, Feeding, Tug-of-war, Walk

Cuddling, Tug-of-war, Walking, PuzzleToys, FetchAgain, Fetch, Running

Shugs 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.

Hava-Jacks 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 Shug, 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 Hava-Jack, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Shug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Hava-Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Shug 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, Hava-Jack should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Shug feed 2 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 9-17 pound (4 - 8 kg) Hava-Jack 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 Shug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Shug 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 Hava-Jack 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.

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

Hava-Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Hava-Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Hava-Jacks are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Shugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Hava-Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Hava-Jacks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.