Gladem Puggle dogs are considered hybrids. Gladem This basically means they are a cross between two different purebreds. Gladem In the Puggle case, gladem this would be a Beagle and a Pug. Gladem The Puggle can also be referred to as a crossbreed, gladem even though this term can also refer to a mongrel - a dog that has only one known purebred in their genes.

Gladem Unlike mongrels or mutts that are usually the result of an unintentional crossbreed, gladem hybrid dogs breed, gladem whether they began as mutts or not, gladem is purposely bred to create a specific breed type. Gladem Hybrid dogs like the Puggle are known as “designer dogs”. Gladem Designer dogs are popular hybrids that have been purposely created using two specific purebred dogs.

Gladem Of course, gladem not all “designer dogs” are bred for the purpose of suiting the latest fad. Gladem The Labradoodle is a good example of this. Gladem Unlike breeding a Beagle and Pug for fashion, gladem a Labrador and Standard Poodle were initially bred to create a hypoallergenic guide dog. Gladem In other words, gladem the original cross breeding that resulted in the Labradoodle was intentional, gladem and is still trying to be perfected so it can be recognized as a purebred dog.

Gladem Although most hybrids are selectively bred to create a breed that features all of the great characteristics of its two parents, gladem sometimes there is no actual thought process in the creation of such breeds. Gladem For instance, gladem although Puggle dogs are very sweet and sociable dogs, gladem they were bred for no other purpose than to be a family pet.

Gladem They are not hypoallergenic and they are still prone to Pug breathing problems, gladem which can be made worse because of their love for hunting that has been passed to them through their Beagle genes. Gladem For reasons such as this, gladem many purebred breeders argue that designer dog breeding is irresponsible.

Gladem Despite what some breeders may think, gladem the fact of the matter is that hybrid dogs are very popular, gladem and often make excellent family pets and generally tend to be very healthy and happy breeds.

Gladem It is also important to point out that a hybrid dog is not considered a “true breed” due to the fact that they don’t have an official breed standard. Gladem For this reason, gladem they are not recognized by any national kennel club. Gladem In addition, gladem not being a true breed means that each Puggle litter produced will be different each time.

Gladem Nonetheless, gladem even though Puggle dogs may not have a “true” standard to their name, gladem the fact remains that this special hybrid is in high demand, gladem and is loved by many. Gladem After all, gladem who says a dog needs an official standard to be considered a great pal and a one-of-a-kind friend.