| The Puggle is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique | | | | cleaning. Avoid feeding your dog sweets and certain |
| hybrid is the result of crossing a Beagle and a Pug, | | | | adult foods. Questions about the proper diet for your |
| classified as an F1. Since the Puggle is a crossbreed, | | | | Puggle should be directed to your veterinary |
| the appearance can vary. Beagles are loyal, energetic, | | | | professional. |
| are prone to mischief when left alone and can be hard | | | | Grooming |
| to train. In contrast, Pugs are intelligent and good | | | | The coat of Puggle will be generally smooth and short |
| natured dogs who enjoy the company of people and | | | | with little shedding. Regular brushing will help maintain a |
| take well to training. | | | | clean and healthy coat. Puggles may display the skin |
| Both breeds can be sociable but may be stubborn at | | | | folds common to the pug and these folds must |
| times. Given the diversity of these traits, it is hard to | | | | examined and cleaned on a regular basis. The process |
| predict which characteristics will dominate. | | | | of grooming provides an opportunity to examine the |
| Some Puggles may display a larger head relative to | | | | dog for skin problems and insects like fleas and ticks. |
| overall body size. Subsequent breedings to the F2 or | | | | Regular grooming will help to strengthen the emotional |
| F3 level can alter the appearance dramatically from | | | | bond between you and your dog. |
| the original F1. | | | | Dental health is important and the teeth should be |
| Approximate Adult Size | | | | brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and |
| As with many hybrid breeds, the size and weight of a | | | | toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the |
| Puggle will vary. The approximate adult size, two years | | | | accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause |
| old and older, of either the male or female Puggle will | | | | cavities and periodontal disease. Poor canine dental |
| range from 8 to 15 inches at the withers. The withers | | | | hygiene can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and |
| are measured at the highest point of the shoulder. The | | | | other serious health conditions. |
| weight of an adult Puggle may range between 10 and | | | | The claws should be trimmed regularly and the paws |
| 25 pounds. | | | | examined for signs of injury. |
| Special Health Considerations | | | | Life Span |
| Most dog breeds have certain health conditions | | | | With proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living |
| problems associated with that specific breed. Beagles | | | | conditions, a Puggle should be able to live a long and |
| are prone to ear and eye infections, spinal problems | | | | healthy life. Given the hybrid nature of these dogs, an |
| and heart disease. Pugs have a lower incidence of | | | | accurate prediction of life expectancy is not possible. |
| health problems than most breeds. As with most | | | | Registries |
| hybrids, a full understanding of potential Puggle health | | | | American Canine Hybrid Club |
| issues is difficult. | | | | As a hybrid breed, the Puggle is not recognized as a |
| This health information is provided only as an | | | | breed by the American Kennel Club, Canadian Kennel |
| informative guideline and your Puggle may not | | | | Club, Continental Kennel Club or their affiliated |
| experience these conditions. Always consult a | | | | organizations. |
| veterinary professional for more comprehensive | | | | Litter Size |
| information. | | | | Litter size is said to average between 3 and 7 puppies. |
| As with any dog, the puppy stage, 0 to 12 months of | | | | Category Hybrid |
| age, is the time for shots, boosters and a complete | | | | Every dog is an individual so not everything in this |
| check up. As an adult, the dog should have an annual | | | | article may be correct for your dog. This information is |
| veterinary checkup including a dental exam and | | | | intended only as a good faith guideline. |