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Puginese

The Puginese spells elegance and grace since it is an outcome of two prominent Chinese breeds that gained immense popularity among the royals. These small and loyal dogs make for a perfect companion, mostly for kids and seniors.

Though loyal, these dogs seem opinionated and a little stubborn like their Pekingese parents. They also tend to get nervous quickly and do not fit well into noisy homes. Obedience and socialization training is needed at the onset to help develop their personality in a better way.

Dog Profile

Other Names:Pugapeke, Pekeapug, Peke-a-Pug, Pug-A-Peke
Breed Registry Details:ACHC, DRA, DBR, IDCR, DDKC
Common Physical Features:Short and well-muscled body; squashed face; round eyes; hanging ears; curled tail
History:N/A
Coat Type:Smooth, short and glossy like the Pug; or a double coat like the Pekingese, long and coarse topcoat and soft and thick undercoat
Colors:Brown, cream, brindle, black, gray
Lifespan:12 – 14 years
Size:Small
Height:6 – 14 inches
Weight:7 – 18 pounds
Litter Size:3 – 5 puppies
Temperament:Cheerful, playful, friendly, affectionate, loyal
Kids-Friendly:Yes; though they prefer to be around kids who handle them gently
Stranger-friendly:No; they have the Pekingese-like aloofness and warn their owner on spotting any unfamiliar face near their household
Animal-Friendly:Yes
Climate Compatibility:Moderate; cannot withstand extreme heat or cold

Apartment-friendly:Yes
Care Level:Moderate
Exercise Requirements:Moderate; Walking: 30 – 40 minutes; Playing: 10 -15 minutes
Grooming Needs:Moderate
Coat Brushing:Regular; Thrice or four times a week
Bathing:Occasional; once a month
Eyes and Ears Cleaning:Regular; once a week
Brushing of Teeth:Regular; daily, as they have an underbite like the Pekingese, making them more prone to dental infection
Nail Clipping:Occasional; once or twice a month
Feeding:Adults: 1.5 – 2 cups dry dog food per day

Puppies: 1/4^th – ½ cup dry dog food per day
Hypoallergenic:No
Barking Capacity:High
Trainability:Moderate; since they are not too intelligent and even stubborn, requiring an experienced trainer
Common Health Problems:Diabetes, luxating patella, epilepsy, intervertebral disk disease, allergies, cleft palate, hip dysplasia
Origin:USA

Who is the Puginese Good For

Experienced owners who can handle their stubbornness tactfully.
Those living in less noisy areas. Nuclear families would be better than homes with many people since these dogs could get overwhelmed with too much congestion.
People desiring an alert watchdog that would be loud and prompt in alerting owners of any impending danger.
Owners who would not have trouble handling a noisy dog who not just barks for every unusual thing but even snores.