Breed Overview
The Puggle is a Small dog breed, with a starting weight of 15 lbs for females, and can reach 30 lbs for males. It is officially part of the Hybrid group and recognized by the ACHC, DDKC, APRI, ICA, UABR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Puggle breed has a typical lifespan of 10 to 15 years, Short hair, and an average price of around $456. Breeders interested in the Puggle should know that the average litter size is between 3 to 4 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Group: Hybrid |
Size: Small |
Male Height: 10-15" |
Female Height: 10-15" |
Litter Size: 3-4 pups |
| Origin: United States |
Hair Length: Short |
Male Weight: 15-30 lbs |
Female Weight: 15-30 lbs |
Lifespan: 10-15 years |
Official Description:
The puggle is a crossbreed between a female beagle and a male pug. The breed was created when a man by the name of Wallace Havens mixed the two breeds back in the 1980's. Today the designer dog is in high demand, and one of the most popular breeds around. It's easy to fall in love with one of these dogs, but before purchasing make sure you're prepared to exercise your dog daily, handle its bark, and be more stubborn than your puggle when it comes to training.
Puggle Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Hybrid
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Drooler |
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| Size |
Small
(or Toy)
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Guard Dog |
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| Yard Needs |
Small Yard |
Easy to Train |
|
| Shedding |
|
Hypoallergenic |
|
| Kid Friendly |
|
Active Indoors |
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| Apartment Friendly |
|
Exercise Demands |
|
| Stranger Friendly |
|
Intelligent |
|
| Pet Friendly |
|
Grooming Requirements |
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| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
|
| Tolerates Cold |
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Tolerates Heat |
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Puggle Temperament
Puggles tend to be attention craving, but they return the affection, and truly love people. They're good with children and other pets, but better off when theyre not left alone. The puggle is a great family pet, they're intelligent and fun loving.
Puggle Living Area
The puggle does not require a large yard, and is suitable for apartment living, but DOES require daily exercise. They will bark, dig, or howl when overly excited or bored, so keep this in mind when considering putting the dog in an apartment type setting. The ideal living situation for a puggle would be in a small to medium sized yard with adequete fencing (dug deep).
Health Problems
Puggles have been known to suffer from hip dysplasia, encephalitis, blindness, breathing problems, common colds, cherry eye, epilepsy, skin infections, luxating patellas, and back ailments. Most of these can be avoided by carefully picking the parents, but these are some common concerns regarding the puggles health.
Puggle Coat
Puggles have short, straight double coats. The bottom layer is very dense, while the outer layer is slightly longer and smooth.
Grooming Your Puggle
The puggle does not require excessive maintenance, however occasional brushing, nail trimming, ear and eye cleaning, as well as bathing is encouraged. The breed will shed, especially as the weather warms, so it's a good idea to keep a fur removing brush around.
Puggle Dog Colors
Puggle colors vary, but the most common are fawn, black, white, black and tan, golden, or sometimes tri-colored
Recognized By
ACHC, DDKC, APRI, ICA, UABR
Famous People Who Own Puggles
Sylvester Stallone, Jake Gyllenhaal, Uma Thurman, James Gandolfini, Julianne Moore, Jason Mewes
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