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

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

American Rat Terrier and Pug

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Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue
Red
Isabella
Silver

Black
Cream

Puggats have short coats.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier can have a litter of 10-15 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)

Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Kidney Problems

Entropion
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skin Conditions

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Addison's Disease

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

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Puggats' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

The Puggat is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Dog Parks, Run, Walks, Hiking, Jogs

Shake, Getting Pet, Walking, New Smells, Tracking, Walk, Running, Sniffing, Pets, Bike ride, Tug-of-war

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.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers 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.

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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers 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.

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, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 35-40 pound (16 - 18 kg) Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier feed 2 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.50 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 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier is between $63 - $74. This makes an average of $756 - $888 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 generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not dog-friendly.

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

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.