Read About Puggle Breeders

  - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   The American Canine Hybrid Club is an organization that recognizes and supports Puggles and their breeders.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   A Puggle breeder is very knowledgeable about the breed's overall health and characteristics.

3. How to Find:

   You can find Puggle breeders by looking in the newspaper, searching on the internet, or checking with your local veterinarian.

4. What to Expect:

   Dog breeders can be very particular about the person wanting to purchase the dog. They may want to know what other animals are in the home, if you have a yard for the dog to play in or if there are any children living in the home.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   Make sure the breeder's surroundings are clean. Ask to see the mother and father of the Puggle. Make sure they look clean and healthy. Also, find out how many other breeds the breeder deals with. Too many breeds could be a sign of a puppy mill.

Puggle Breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   The average litter size is 6 or 7 puppies.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   The breeder should sell the puppies when they are 8 weeks old.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   Look for puppies that seem happy and playful. Try to avoid puppies that seem scared.

4. Registry:

   Make sure the puppies are registered with The American Canine Hybrid Club.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   The Puggle is not recognized by the AKC. However, the parents of the Puggle should be. Ask the breeder to show you the AKC papers.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   The cost of purchasing a Puggle can range from $200 - $950 depending on breeder location and health.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   Ask the breeder to show you the parents of the Puggle. The sire is a Pug and the dam is a Beagle.

Puggle Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   Breeders of purebred dogs are wondering if Puggle breeders are just profiting from these increasingly popular and fashionable dogs.

2. Pet Health:

   Puggle breeders claim there are very few health issues. The Puggle does not have the breathing problems that pugs have.

3. Assurances:

   Puggle breeders should provide you with a written health guarantee. Ask the breeder for a copy of all the shot records.