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Puggle
Dog resulting from a cross between a female beagle and a male pug
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Moyen
Maintenance
Faible
Training
Moyen
The Puggle is a dog resulting from a cross between a female Beagle and a male Pug. The word "puggle" comes from a contraction of the words "beagle" and "pug", which means "pug" in English. It is therefore a cross between two purebred dogs. The first hybrid crosses occurred in the 1980s, but its commercialization began in the 2000s.
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The Puggle shares traits from its parents: it is a small dog, whose color can vary, with a short muzzle. The Puggle is not recognized as a breed by major kennel clubs. The Puggle can weigh between 15 and 30 pounds (approximately 7 kg and 14 kg) at its adult size and measure between 10 and 15 inches (25 to 38 centimeters) at the withers.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Faible
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on care and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise daily is sufficient.
- 4Minimal maintenance — minimal shedding, occasional brushing.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Puggle
Character
Daily temperament
Tender and loving to have fun, they are very active and need love. They love human company and cannot stand being alone for long periods. Thus they are an excellent choice for families with children and other animals. These dogs are very active: thus long walks do not displease them.
Physical
Breed standard
With a wrinkled brow and solid body, Puggles can have different coat colors: fawn, black and white (some even have up to three colors). Their ears are drooping, which gives them the appearance of a roquet.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Puggle of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of puggle (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a puggle ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a puggle ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
Training
Training your pet
Il paraîtrait que les puggles sont difficiles à éduquer; ceci est un mythe. Mais il faut reconnaître que comme les enfants, ils sont toujours occupés à jouer et ne pensent à autre chose. Avec un peu de positivité, on peut enseigner à ces chiens à s'asseoir, à donner la patte, etc. Mais attention à ne jamais élever la voix ou le frapper car il en résultera que son niveau d'obéissance en sera diminué.
Maintenance
Daily care
With short hair, grooming the Puggle is relatively simple. It just takes a few minutes of brushing with a soft-bristled brush once a week to remove dead hair. However, attention should be paid to the ears which are prone to infections.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Puggle
Is the Puggle suitable for apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Puggle?+
What is the life expectancy of a Puggle?+
Is the Puggle good with children?+
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For more information
Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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