Playful
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Playful
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

Pushons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Puggats make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Pushons aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

American Rat Terrier and Pug

Bichon Frise and Pug

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

1990

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue
Red
Isabella
Silver

White
Cream
Isabella
Black
Brown
Sable

A Puggat can have a litter of 5-7 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.

A Pushon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Patellar Luxation
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Entropion
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skin Conditions

Corneal Ulcer
Flea Allergy
Ear Health and Infection
Dry Eye

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Full Physical Examination
Eye Tests
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Neurological Testing
Ophthalmological Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

Puggats require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Puggats sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Dog Parks, Run, Walks, Hiking, Jogs

Play keep away, Toys, Walking, Running, Fetch, Walk, Tricks

Puggats are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Puggat dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Pushons 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 Puggat, it's at least 7 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 Pushon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Puggats 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.

In general most Pushons usually need at least 60 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 Puggat is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Pushon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Puggat 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, Pushon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Puggat is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pushon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Puggat 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 average per month expenses of a Pushon is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

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

Pushon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Puggats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pushons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Pushons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.