Rus-A-Peis make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Bully Kutta if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Jack Russell Terrier, Chinese Shar-Pei

Central Asian Mastiff, Mastiff

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Red
Isabella
Fawn
Cream
Blue
Brown
White

White
Pied
Black
Brown
Cream

Rus-A-Peis have short coats.

Bully Kuttas have medium-length coats.

A Rus-A-Pei can have a litter of 4-8 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 Bully Kutta 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.

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Atopic Dermatitis

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Arthritis

Seborrhea
Lens Luxation
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Hypothyroidism
Ichthyosis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Leukodystrophies
Myasthenia Gravis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Eye Infections

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Urinalysis
Ophthalmic Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Tests and Analysis
Skin Scrapings and Biopsy
X-rays of various skeletal areas

Rus-A-Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bully Kuttas thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rus-A-Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Fetch, Running, Long walks, Playing fetch, Playing Ball

Walk, Jog, Play, Chase, Tracking, Work out, Guard dog, Running, Run

Rus-A-Peis 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.

Bully Kuttas 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 Rus-A-Pei, it's at least 10 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 Bully Kutta, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Rus-A-Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bully Kutta has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Rus-A-Pei 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.

For an average 150-170 pound (68 - 77 kg) Bully Kutta feed 4 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 Rus-A-Pei is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bully Kutta is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rus-A-Pei 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 average per month expenses of a Bully Kutta 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.

Rus-A-Peis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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