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

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Border Collie Cockers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Pug and Dalmatian

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
White
Black

Pugmatians have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Border Collie Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

The Pugmatian breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Border Collie Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Deafness
Urolithiasis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

None

Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Pugmatians sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Collie Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Border Collie Cockers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Cocker, it's at least 14 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.

In general most Border Collie Cockers 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 Pugmatian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Border Collie Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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.

For an average 27-30 pound (12 - 14 kg) Border Collie Cocker feed 3 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 cost of a Border Collie Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie Cocker 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Pugmatians are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Border Collie Cocker is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Pugmatians are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

Border Collie Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Border Collie Cockers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Pugmatians are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Border Collie Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.