Unfortunately, the Puggle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pekepoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Active
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Trainable
Good-natured
Faithful
Opinionated
Instinctual

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

Pekepoos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Beagle and Pug

Poodle, Pekingese

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

1980s

Early 1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Red
White

Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Black
Sable
White
Silver
Blue
Red

Puggles have short coats.

Pekepoos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Pekepoo can have a litter of 2-4 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Disease
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Corneal Disease

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

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

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

Puggles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pekepoo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Pekepoo, it's at least 7 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 Pekepoos 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.

Pekepoos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
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 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Pekepoo 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 Pekepoo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 Pekepoo 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.

Puggle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pekepoos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Pekepoos 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.

Pekepoos 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.

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

Puggles are highly friendly around strangers.

Pekepoos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

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

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