When you bring your Puggle home, whether you’ve adopted an adorable, wriggly puppy or a slightly calmer but just as adorable adult Puggle, life changes. It’s like adding any new member to your family; Puggles need special attention and care.
The first priority, before you bring your Puggle home with you, should be to Puggle-proof your home. This includes removing anything from the floor that might look like food or a dog toy, but could be dangerous.
Children’s toys can be particularly hazardous to Puggles because they love to chew on things, and small parts or small toys can choke them. Some toys may also have chemicals in them that could be toxic to a Puggle. Shiny batteries are a particular danger to these inquisitive dogs.
Also make sure all household cleaners and substances are put away, and spills are cleaned up. Anything spilled on the floor looks like a tasty beverage to a Puggle, who could get very sick as a result.
And of course anything a Puggle could get tangled in, from an electrical cord to a curtain pull-cord, should be placed so your new baby can’t get into it.
Once you have baby-proofed your home, it’s time to think about bringing your Puggle home, and what will make her comfortable.
You will want to have food and water bowls available for your pet, and make sure there is always fresh water available, and that food is in the bowls at predictable feeding times. Puggles, like all dogs, love routine, and they particularly need fresh drinking water available constantly.
If your Puggle uses the bathroom inside on newspapers, make sure the papers are changed regularly, as this can create a health risk to both pets and humans in the family. Your Puggle also may refuse to go on soiled papers.
Because Puggles have short hair, they don’t need to be groomed in the sense of being trimmed on a regular basis, like a poodle. But they do need to be bathed on a regular basis to maintain their skin and coat. Use a hypoallergenic pet shampoo, and try to make bath time as brief and enjoyable as possible. Many Puggles don’t enjoy bath time, but if you make it as pleasant as possible, they’ll get used to it.
After your Puggle is dry and has recovered from the indignity of the bath, use a brush with coated bristles to comb through her coat and remove all the loose hair. She will definitely enjoy being brushed, and the longer you brush, the less likely she is to shed later.
The most fun and enjoyable part of caring for your Puggle is, simply, playing. Puggles love to play and interact with their people. They are very spirited and energetic, and are a naturally playful breed. As you make training a part of play time, you will find that you have a pet who is loving and fun to play with and whom you enjoy having in your family.
The most important thing to remember about caring for your Puggle is that she needs the same things you do: a safe environment, fresh food and water, and lots of loving attention.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
5 Reasons to Consider a Puggle
If you’re considering a new pet, you may be looking at a variety of dogs, including Puggles. Choosing a dog is a big choice, as you hope to have this new member of your family for many years and develop a close relationship with your pet.
As a hybrid breed, Puggles are different and fun. They are not quite like either the beagle or the pug from which they are bred, and second generation Puggles are particularly unpredictable. But as a breed, Puggles have a lot of great characteristics, and there are several reasons you might want to consider a Puggle for your new pet.
1. Uniqueness: Among the reasons for choosing a Puggle are its uniqueness. Hybrid dogs are raised by a limited number of breeders, and Puggles are a relatively new breed. They became a very popular breed in 2005, and are still in great demand. Still, for a newer breed, they remain affordable, with puppies usually available for under $1000. If one of your goals in finding the perfect pet is to have an unusual dog which will attract attention and be a conversation starter, going with a hybrid breed such as a Puggle might be perfect for you.
2. Strong Personality: Puggles have very strong personalities. While some people want a quiet dog to cuddle on the couch and be a companion, Puggles are more likely to become true members of the family. Puggles are definitely individuals. They’re great at developing their own place in a family and becoming a much loved “person” around your home.
3. High Energy: You want your dog to be an extension of you and of your family, and Puggles are great at this because they’re so spirited. Puggles are very adventurous and fun-loving dogs. Because they’re so energetic, Puggles do well in families who are interested in having a puppy, and later a dog, to play with. Their high energy levels and delightful personalities make Puggles great, fun pets.
4. The Cute Factor: When you see Puggle puppies, you may find them irresistible. Puggle puppies are among the cutest puppies available, and breeders often have people on a waiting list to adopt Puggle puppies. Adult Puggles are also adorable, with their long, floppy ears and short noses. They are very cute dogs, and will steal your heart immediately.
5. Low Physical Maintenance: Puggles have very short hair and do not need to be groomed on a regular basis, like some of the smaller breeds such as terriers. Puggles do shed, but they are a short-haired breed, and do not start looking like a tangled mop when not brushed. As for the shedding, your vet may have a treatment to put on your Puggle’s food to reduce shedding.
There are a lot of factors to consider in buying your new pet, and the various qualities of Puggles, including their energy and spirit, as well as their low grooming requirements and small size, may make them the perfect dog for your family. When you choose a dog, whether it be a Puggle or another breed, knowing the personality and expectations for your puppy can make all the difference in finding the perfect dog to become a new member of your family.
As a hybrid breed, Puggles are different and fun. They are not quite like either the beagle or the pug from which they are bred, and second generation Puggles are particularly unpredictable. But as a breed, Puggles have a lot of great characteristics, and there are several reasons you might want to consider a Puggle for your new pet.
1. Uniqueness: Among the reasons for choosing a Puggle are its uniqueness. Hybrid dogs are raised by a limited number of breeders, and Puggles are a relatively new breed. They became a very popular breed in 2005, and are still in great demand. Still, for a newer breed, they remain affordable, with puppies usually available for under $1000. If one of your goals in finding the perfect pet is to have an unusual dog which will attract attention and be a conversation starter, going with a hybrid breed such as a Puggle might be perfect for you.
2. Strong Personality: Puggles have very strong personalities. While some people want a quiet dog to cuddle on the couch and be a companion, Puggles are more likely to become true members of the family. Puggles are definitely individuals. They’re great at developing their own place in a family and becoming a much loved “person” around your home.
3. High Energy: You want your dog to be an extension of you and of your family, and Puggles are great at this because they’re so spirited. Puggles are very adventurous and fun-loving dogs. Because they’re so energetic, Puggles do well in families who are interested in having a puppy, and later a dog, to play with. Their high energy levels and delightful personalities make Puggles great, fun pets.
4. The Cute Factor: When you see Puggle puppies, you may find them irresistible. Puggle puppies are among the cutest puppies available, and breeders often have people on a waiting list to adopt Puggle puppies. Adult Puggles are also adorable, with their long, floppy ears and short noses. They are very cute dogs, and will steal your heart immediately.
5. Low Physical Maintenance: Puggles have very short hair and do not need to be groomed on a regular basis, like some of the smaller breeds such as terriers. Puggles do shed, but they are a short-haired breed, and do not start looking like a tangled mop when not brushed. As for the shedding, your vet may have a treatment to put on your Puggle’s food to reduce shedding.
There are a lot of factors to consider in buying your new pet, and the various qualities of Puggles, including their energy and spirit, as well as their low grooming requirements and small size, may make them the perfect dog for your family. When you choose a dog, whether it be a Puggle or another breed, knowing the personality and expectations for your puppy can make all the difference in finding the perfect dog to become a new member of your family.
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