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

Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Devoted
Lively
Spirited
Clever

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

Welshunds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

American Rat Terrier and Pug

Dachshund, Welsh Terrier

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue
Red
Isabella
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Puggats have short coats.

Welshunds have medium-length coats.

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 Welshund can have a litter of 4-8 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Welshund breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat

Entropion
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skin Conditions

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

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

Eye
Hearing
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
(Dna Test For Pra)
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Puggat has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Welshund has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 15-28 pound (7 - 13 kg) Welshund feed 1.6 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 Welshund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Welshund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

The Welshund is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Welshunds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Welshunds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Welshunds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Puggats are highly friendly around strangers.

Welshunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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