Mudhol Hounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Pineranians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

India

United States

Unknown

Miniature Pinscher, Pomeranian

Ancient

2000s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Fawn
Red
Cream
Sable

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Mudhol Hounds have short coats.

Pineranians have medium-length coats.

A Mudhol Hound can have a litter of 13-14 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 Pineranian 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.

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Entropion
Ectropion
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Eyes
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Mudhol Hounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pineranians need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

Bath time, Brushing, Catch, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Run, Gem, Swim

Fetch, Cuddling, Hiking, Walks, Playing fetch, Play keep away, Watching tv, Run, Go to Park, Walk, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Catch treats, Play, Off-leash, Snuggling, Running, Tricks

Mudhol Hounds 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.

Pineranians 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 Mudhol Hound, it's at least 18 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 Pineranian, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mudhol Hounds 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 Pineranians 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.

Mudhol Hound 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, Pineranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 48-90 pound (22 - 41 kg) Mudhol Hound 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.

For an average 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Pineranian 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 Mudhol Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Mudhol Hound 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 Pineranian 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.

Mudhol Hounds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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

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