Pugshire Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Pugshire dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pugshire. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Pugshire dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

United States

Pug and Yorkshire Terrier

2000s

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Pied
Brindle

The coat of a Pugshire is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Pugshire 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.

Pugshires are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Pugshire is a very healthy breed, with little need for frequent vet visits. However, it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Entropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Pugshires may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Pugshire have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Pugshire dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Pugshires dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

The Pugshire is a vocal breed, with a tendency to bark and howl frequently. They may not be the best fit for those seeking a quiet companion. Their barks can vary and can indicate different emotions and needs.

Going on drives, Fetch, Walking, Watching tv, Snuggling, Throwing a, Chasing each, Running, Go to Park, Football, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Cuddling

Pugshires are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugshire, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugshires usually need at least 60 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 Pugshire is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Pugshire should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Pugshire 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 Pugshire is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugshire is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

The Pugshire have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Pugshires lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Pugshires are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Pugshires are average friendly dogs towards children.

Pugshires are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Pugshires are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Pugshires are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Pugshires have an average level of playfulness. The Pugshires, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Pugshire dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.