Puginese Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Aggressive
Good-natured
Cheerful
Opinionated

Puginese dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Puginese. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Puginese dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

China

Pug, Pekingese

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 ®

Unknown

Black

Brindle
Fawn
Brown
Sable
Black

The coat of a Puginese falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Puginese can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Pugineses are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Puginese is a very healthy breed, with little need for frequent vet visits. However, it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Atopic Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye Examination
Radiographs

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Pugineses may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Puginese have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Puginese dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

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

The Puginese is a vocal breed, with a tendency to bark and howl frequently. They may not be the best fit for those seeking a quiet companion. Their barks can vary and can indicate different emotions and needs.

Roughhousing, Sleep, Cuddle, Tricks, Walk, Eating Snacks, Snuggle, Amusement park, Walking, Visiting Family, Car rides, Sitting outside

Pugineses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Puginese 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 Puginese, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugineses usually need at least 15 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 Puginese is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Puginese 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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Puginese 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 Puginese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Puginese 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.

The Puginese breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

Puginese dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

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

Pugineses are average friendly dogs towards children.

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

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

Pugineses are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Pugineses are not the most playful dog breed.

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