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

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

Pugineses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

English Toy Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pugineses are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

China

England

Pug, Pekingese

spaniel

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 ®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

1600s

Black

Black

Brindle
Fawn
Brown
Sable
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

Pugineses have medium-length coats.

English Toy Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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.

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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 Puginese breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

English Toy Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Atopic Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Pugineses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Puginese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pugineses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Pugineses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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.

English Toy Spaniels are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Spaniel, it's at least 6 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.

In general most English Toy Spaniels usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Ideally, English Toy Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail 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.

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Spaniel feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Puginese is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

English Toy Spaniels are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pugineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

English Toy Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Pugineses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

English Toy Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Pugineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.