Breed Spotlight: Puggle

Coat Type and Colors

There aren’t any official colors for the breed, but you should be able to find a puggle in the following colors:^3,4

• Black
• Fawn
• Red
• White
• Gold/Yellow

Drooling Level

Puggles are not heavy droolers. If your pup is drooling excessively, it may be due to a gum infection, so make sure to keep an eye on their gum health.

Ears

Puggles usually inherit their beagle parents’ floppy ears, but the size of their ears varies from dog to dog. Take the time during grooming sessions to inspect their ears for debris, mites, and signs of infection. Keeping their ears clean will save you time and money.

Shedding and Grooming

You may be wondering, “Are puggles hypoallergenic?” Unfortunately, they’re not. Puggles do shed a moderate amount. Their coats are short, have medium density, and need to be brushed at least once a week to get rid of dead fur.Take this time to clean the skin folds around their face and trim their nails. They don’t need to be bathed everyday, but you should spot clean their face and keep it dry to avoid atopic dermatitis.

Behavior

Puggles tend to have more energy than their pug parent, preferring to play rather than lounge. The puggle temperament can be described as affectionate, sweet, and loving to their families and strangers alike. However, some puggles inherit their beagle parent’s stubbornness. Special care is needed to socialize and exercise puggles to avoid negative behavior like howling or chasing.

Exercise Needs

Experts recommend at least 30 minutes of exercise or more to keep these pups healthy.^3,4 If you want your puggle to play freely in the backyard, they will need a fence that extends at least 6 inches underground. Puggles tend to dig and burrow so it’s best to prepare for their escape artistry.

Are Puggles Good with Other Pets?

Puggles, like beagles, tend to enjoy the company of other dogs. That said, be sure to socialize your pets early so you can avoid pet warfare in your home.

Trainability

Puggles, like beagles and most active dogs, require patience and positive reinforcement. These dogs aim to please their humans but they can be preoccupied with a single object, like a squirrel or ball. Take the time to join a training course to learn ways to train your new companion to listen to you instead of running off.

Are Puggles Good with Kids?

Puggles enjoy the company of children and make great family pets. That said, it’s important to teach small children how to gently interact with puggles so they can avoid accidentally hurting them.

Barking Level

Like beagles, puggles are very vocal dogs who howl and bark often. Keeping your dog exercised and engaged is the best way to curb this behavior.

Puggle Fun Facts

New to the dog scene, there is a reason these little characters are popular. Here are some quick facts about puggles:

• Puggles are all-American. The breed was introduced in the 1980s by breeder Wallace Havens in the state of Wisconsin.⁵
• Jake Gyllenhaal – known for his roles in Brokeback Mountain (2005) and Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) – was spotted with a puggle named Boo Radley in 2005, which helped popularize the breed.³^,⁶
• Puggles are great in urban environments and city homes for folks who don’t want a frilly “purse” dog.