Affectionate
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Puggles shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Coton Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

​United States

Beagle and Pug

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Red
White

Black
White
Red
Pied

Puggles have short coats.

Coton Chins have medium-length coats.

A Puggle 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.

A Coton Chin can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Puggles 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 Coton Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Stenotic Nares
Entropion
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Blood
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Puggle has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Puggles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Puggle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Puggles usually need at least 25 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 Coton Chins usually need at least 30 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 Puggle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Coton Chins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Puggle 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.

For an average 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin 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.

The average cost of a Puggle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Puggle 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.

The average per month expenses of a Coton Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Puggles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Puggles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Coton Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Puggles may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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