Pugmatian Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Pugmatian dogs are extremely heavy shedders, they will lose a large amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pugmatian.

United States

Pug and Dalmatian

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Pugmatian dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Pugmatian can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Pugmatians 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 Pugmatian 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.

Deafness
Urolithiasis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Pugmatian 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.

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

Pugmatians 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 Pugmatian, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pugmatians 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 Pugmatian is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Pugmatian should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Pugmatian feed 1.5 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 Pugmatian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugmatian is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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.

Pugmatians are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

A Pugmatians typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Pugmatians are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Pugmatians are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Pugmatians 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.

The Pugmatian is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Pugmatian is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

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