The Puggle is a breed that is a cross between a Pug and a Beagle. They have the same facial folds as Pugs and ears and tails like Beagles. Thus, they are in many ways similar to the peculiar miniature mastiffs. The unusual and unique appearance, as well as the friendly nature, have led to the rapid growth of the breed's popularity.
The first puggles were bred in 1990. Mixed breeds such as puggles are often called toy breeds because they are a combination of two well-known breeds. People who breed these dogs hope to end up with the best of both breeds, such as the pug's calm nature and the beagle's large nose, which makes breathing easier. Sometimes it happens as planned, but sometimes it doesn't, it all depends on the shuffling of the genetic maps.
Puggles are smart and active. They will not laze around the house, but rather will play energetically, running around the house, in the hallways and even around the dinner table. Therefore, puggles need at least 30 minutes of a good walk every day.
Puggles may or may not be eager to please. Both Pugs and Beagles are known to be somewhat stubborn, but they are also quite easy to train. When training, it is recommended to use only positive reinforcement methods such as games, praise and treats. All games and training should be interesting and short.
Being a social dog, the Puggle gets along well with everyone. They get along well with children and are not aggressive towards other dogs. These are by no means guard dogs as they are very friendly, but they may bark when someone knocks on your door.
Puggles are amazingly cute and cuddly dogs. However, before you fall in love with their wrinkled face and drooping ears, it is important to understand that this dog may have one or more of the bad characteristics that beagles and pugs have, namely breathing problems (pug), stubbornness (both beagles and pug), howling (beagle), hip dysplasia (both breeds) and vision problems (both breeds). If you are prepared for the potential challenges and surprises this little dog may have, you can be sure that you will enjoy life with your new pet.
Origin story
In the early 90s, a breeder from Wisconsin (USA), Vols Havens, first began breeding puggles. It was he who came up with the name for mestizos, combining parts of the names of the original breeds in one word. In Russian it would sound like “mogl”, but in English pug is pug, so Haven got puggle.
Havens was the first person who wanted to officially register puggles with the American Kennel Club of hybrid breeds and began their targeted breeding. Before him, in the 80s, American breeders already received puggles when they experimented with creating new breeds.
Mixed breeds that are not recognized by canine associations are usually called designer breeds.
After 2000, Havens, along with his dogs, came under fire from checks and inspections. Breeding work was suspended by the American Kennel Club, and in 2008 it was closed by the state Humane Society.
To this day, American breeders are prohibited from breeding puggles with puggles, but it is possible to produce first-generation mixed breeds and sell them under this name.
Video about the designer puggle dog breed:
Owner reviews
Taras:
Puggles are really funny. They are very cheerful and outrageously active. I can’t imagine how they can get along in an apartment. Everything would be fine, but this howl... I wonder how the apartment neighbors behind thin walls can withstand it.
Elena:
My husband surprised me for my birthday and gave me a puggle. He, you see, liked the name. Zhorik is already three years old, and all this time I have been simply going crazy from this howl. And I’m generally silent about my favorite designer flower beds. It’s also a bundle of energy with a perpetual motion machine and no switch. In addition, our puggle is blunt-nosed and therefore snores a lot. But there are also advantages. He is very loyal, low maintenance and always manages to lighten the mood with his funny expression.
We look forward to your impressions of this unusual and energetic breed with the funny name Puggle.
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