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

Playful
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Schnotties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Rat Terrier and Pug

Schnauzer and Rottweiler

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue
Red
Isabella
Silver

Black
Sable
Gray
Brown

Puggats have short coats.

Schnotties have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

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 Schnottie can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Puggats are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Schnotties have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Puggats typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Hip Dysplasia
Pancreatitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skin Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Skin Allergies

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Dog Parks, Run, Walks, Hiking, Jogs

Playing fetch, Eating Snacks

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.

Schnotties 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 Schnottie, it's at least 10 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 Schnotties 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 Schnottie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Puggat 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 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Schnottie feed 2.5 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 Puggat is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Schnottie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Schnottie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Schnotties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Schnotties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Schnotties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Puggats are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Schnotties are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Puggats are highly friendly around strangers.

Schnotties are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

Puggats are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Schnotties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.