Markiesjes 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.

Netherlands

India
Pakistan

Unknown

Central Asian Mastiff, Mastiff

Ancient Times

1700s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black

White
Pied
Black
Brown
Cream

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Arthritis

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Eye Infections

Blood Panel

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

Markiesjes are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Markiesjes need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bully Kuttas require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Markiesje 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.

Long walks, Walk, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Chase, Brushing, Cuddles, Play keep away, Trail, Fetch

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Markiesje, 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.

In general most Markiesjes 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.

In general most Bully Kuttas 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Markiesje 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 Markiesje is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Markiesje 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.

Markiesjes are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bully Kutta is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Bully Kuttas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.