Puggle Article Dog
What the heck is a “PUGGLE”… I asked myself?
Somehow, this article that was submitted by Sara C on Nov 5th became our top incoming searched for keyword this month.
Apparantly a “Puggle” is a cross bread dog between a PUG and a BEAGLE.
You might wish to re-examine your praise for this new breed. Though I am all in favor of creating new breeds, this is going to be a new scenthound, and carry most of the traits of a beagle. Beagles are not for everyone, and neither are Puggles.
You can find the following at my dog blog, PoochMaster:
“Puggle: This breed is a combination of Pugs and Beagles. They are mainly being sold as a result of their unique looks and small size. I think this is a terrible combination of breeds. The dogs won’t be easy to own or train, will be especially difficult with small children (most likely very mouthy/ bitey), and might bring along health problems. I wouldn’t recommend getting such a dog. Both breeds are harder to house train, both are highly food oriented, neither are known to obey very well, and both have an excellent sense of smell. Thus, you’ve got yourself a new kind of scent hound, with unknown behavioral propensities, and being sold purely on looks and unique availability. Few people are suited to owning a scent hound. Unles you’d be comfortable owning a beagle or basset hound, I wouldn’t recommend getting a Puggle. You will probably tire of the dog and give it to a shelter… but not before you get so aggravated that you harm the pup in the process. Scent hounds can be great dogs, but they aren’t for everybody, especially people who aren’t patient to properly house train a small dog that won’t be very obedient. You can bet these dogs will become aggressive if they are treated roughly.”
Sam Basso
Professional Dog Trainer & Behaviorist
http://www.poochmaster.blogspot.com
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