Affectionate
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Active
Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Bright
Sturdy
Extroverted

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

Pom-Kees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Beagle and Pug

Keeshond, Pomeranian

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Red
White

Black
Fawn
Blue
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Sable
Brindle
White

Puggles have short coats.

Pom-Kees have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Pom-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 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 Pom-Kee 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

Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Diabetes
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer

Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Pateller Luxation
Heart Defects

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

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

Pom-Kee has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sleeping, Eating, Chew Toys, Lots of sleep, Walking, Fetch, Beach, Walk, Tug-of-war, Cuddle, Play, Cuddling

Dog Parks, Hiking, Running, Fetch, Walks

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 Pom-Kee, 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 Pom-Kees usually need at least 45 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.

Pom-Kees 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
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Puggles have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Puggles make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Pom-Kee is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees 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.

Pom-Kees are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.