Pugese Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Pugese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful

Pugese dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pugese. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Pugeses are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Pugese is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

Chinese Crested and Pug

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Blue
Brown
Cream
Pied
White
Sable

Pugeses are known for their short coat.

Straight

A Pugese can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Pugese dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Pugese breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Dental Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Skin Diseases and Disorders

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Pugeses are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Pugese have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Pugese dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

The Pugese breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

Pugese dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Cuddles, Fetch games, Long walks, Cuddletime, Treattime, Grooming, Treat time, Sitting, Riding in Car

Pugeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pugese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugeses usually need at least 30 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 Pugese is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Pugese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Pugese 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.

The average cost of a Pugese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Pugeses has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Pugese is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Pugeses are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Pugeses are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Pugeses are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Pugeses are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Pugeses are very friendly around strangers.

Pugeses have an average level of playfulness. The Pugeses, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Pugese dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.