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A Puggle is a crossbreed between two breeds of dogs, a Pug and a Beagle.
Appearance: Puggles tend to be about 20-30 pounds, and
13-15 inches at the withers. While colors vary, and there are
completely black as well as multicolored Puggles, the vast
majority are fawn colored with wrinkled black masks (similar
to Pugs), but with the longer body, slightly increased size,
and longer nose and floppy ears associated with Beagles.
Because Puggles are a crossbreed, the appearance of the
breed is less predictable than that of a purebred dog, since
there is a decreased ability to predict which attributes will
be inherited from which parent.
Health: Because of longer legs, more room in the
skull for the eyes, and less effusive wrinkles, Puggles in
general avoid many difficulties with eyes, joints, and skin
wrinkles common to Pugs; however, they may have more problems
than typical Beagles. While Pugs are particularly susceptible
to heat stroke, the longer nasal cavity of the Puggle makes
the breed more tolerant to the heat, and less likely to
overheat while running in the summer. Conversely, their nasal
cavities are likely to be shorter and less efficient than
those of Beagles, which could be a problem if the dog also
inherited the Beagle's propensity to run, especially for long
periods. A common eye infection is cherry eye, from the Beagle
side of the family.
Temperament: As pets, Puggles have the mild mannered
yet playful 'lap dog' qualities often associated with Pugs,
mixed with the more energetic tendencies typical of the
hunting qualities of a Beagle. A cheerful clown who loves to
play but then quickly tires for a short nap, Puggles are
mid-sized dogs which make excellent housepets, and many Puggle
owners testify to their winning personality as one of their
strongest points.
Their playful disposition, however, makes them a bit slow
to train and some can be really hyper, a trait they share with
both Pugs and Beagles. That said, they retain the friendly,
laid-back disposition of both breeds, but while their size
makes them perfect for apartments, they need a bit more
exercise and attention than some traditional apartment dogs
(Pugs included). They also shed many small, light-colored
hairs, and occasionally have gas.
Unlike Pugs, they generally do not snore or make snuffling
noises. While they have a relatively standard bark, and vary
widely as to how often they bark, some inherit the odd, nasal
baying of Beagles, a mix of a baying hound and the coo-ing of
a pigeon (some say sounding like 'Gizmo' from the movie
"Gremlins"). That said, their barking is much more
easy to deal with than most Beagles, and many Puggles are
barely vocal at all.
History: After appearing on a series of popular TV
morning shows and being featured in a front page article of
the New York Post(November 3, 2005), Puggles became a minor
media obsession in the United States in the autumn of 2005
(New York City in particular), with star owners such as James
Gandolfini and Jake Gyllenhaal adding to their status. Puggle
enthusiasts consistently list their friendly personality,
size, and cuteness as winning qualities, while their slowness
to train, incessant chewing, shedding hairs, and need for more
exercise and attention than their size might indicate are some
common concerns.
Their rising popularity in recent years has added them to
the list of so-called designer dogs, that is, those that in
previous eras would have been called mutts but are now sold
for many times more than a purebred Pug or Beagle might cost.
The opportunity for making money quickly has attracted puppy
mill and backyard breeders who might not give the attention to
inherited genetic problems (and assets) that a more careful
breeder or reputable breeder of purebreds usually gives,
breeding any Beagle and any Pug that are handy.
This has led to enormous controversy within the
dog-breeding community, with many vigorously defending
mixed-breeds as having 'the best of both worlds' of the
respective parents, both in terms of personality as well as in
terms of potential health problems, but with critics arguing
that there is a lack of consistency from such dogs.
Miscellaneous:
Like all mixed-breed dogs, no major kennel club
recognizes the Puggle as a dog breed. However, many dog
sports allow mixed-breed dogs to participate, and the
Beagle half of the Puggle might enjoy some such
activities.
A smaller version of the puggle is also available called
the "pocket puggle." A pocket puggle is the
result of a small beagle and pug mating. This puggle is
about 10 pounds lighter at maturity, but has the same
traits as a regular puggle. Pet City Pets in Ypsilanti,
Michigan were the first to sell pocket puggles and it has
the best reputation for selling the breed.
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