Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Kind
Companionable
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Cheerful
Extroverted

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

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

Golden Irishs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Pom-A-Pugs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Golden Retriever and Irish Setter

Pomeranian, Pug

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
Fawn
Brown

Golden Irishs are known for their coat length.

Pom-A-Pugs have medium-length coats.

A Golden Irish 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.

A Pom-A-Pug 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.

Hip Dysplasia

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Usually Very Healthy

Skin Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye examination

Ear Examination
Complete Blood Profile
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Golden Irishs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pom-A-Pugs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Golden Irishs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pom-A-Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Irishs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pom-A-Pugs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Golden Irish dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Pom-A-Pugs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Playing, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Running, Dog Parks, Fetch, Walk, Daycare, Work, Swimming

Walk, Play, Run, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Cuddles, Running, Puzzle games

Golden Irishs 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.

Pom-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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Irish, 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 Pom-A-Pug, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Irishs 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 Pom-A-Pugs 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.

Golden Irishs 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 Pom-A-Pug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Golden Irish should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pom-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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Golden Irish 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 3-18 pound (1 - 8 kg) Pom-A-Pug 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 Golden Irish is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-A-Pug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Irish 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 Pom-A-Pug 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.

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

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

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

Pom-A-Pugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Golden Irishs are highly friendly around strangers.

Pom-A-Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Pom-A-Pugs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Golden Irish is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Pom-A-Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.