Sporidex Puggle dogs are considered hybrids. Sporidex This basically means they are a cross between two different purebreds. Sporidex In the Puggle case, sporidex this would be a Beagle and a Pug. Sporidex The Puggle can also be referred to as a crossbreed, sporidex even though this term can also refer to a mongrel - a dog that has only one known purebred in their genes.
Sporidex Unlike mongrels or mutts that are usually the result of an unintentional crossbreed, sporidex hybrid dogs breed, sporidex whether they began as mutts or not, sporidex is purposely bred to create a specific breed type. Sporidex Hybrid dogs like the Puggle are known as “designer dogs”. Sporidex Designer dogs are popular hybrids that have been purposely created using two specific purebred dogs.
Sporidex Of course, sporidex not all “designer dogs” are bred for the purpose of suiting the latest fad. Sporidex The Labradoodle is a good example of this. Sporidex Unlike breeding a Beagle and Pug for fashion, sporidex a Labrador and Standard Poodle were initially bred to create a hypoallergenic guide dog. Sporidex In other words, sporidex the original cross breeding that resulted in the Labradoodle was intentional, sporidex and is still trying to be perfected so it can be recognized as a purebred dog.
Sporidex Although most hybrids are selectively bred to create a breed that features all of the great characteristics of its two parents, sporidex sometimes there is no actual thought process in the creation of such breeds. Sporidex For instance, sporidex although Puggle dogs are very sweet and sociable dogs, sporidex they were bred for no other purpose than to be a family pet.
Sporidex They are not hypoallergenic and they are still prone to Pug breathing problems, sporidex which can be made worse because of their love for hunting that has been passed to them through their Beagle genes. Sporidex For reasons such as this, sporidex many purebred breeders argue that designer dog breeding is irresponsible.
Sporidex Despite what some breeders may think, sporidex the fact of the matter is that hybrid dogs are very popular, sporidex and often make excellent family pets and generally tend to be very healthy and happy breeds.
Sporidex 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. Sporidex For this reason, sporidex they are not recognized by any national kennel club. Sporidex In addition, sporidex not being a true breed means that each Puggle litter produced will be different each time.
Sporidex Nonetheless, sporidex even though Puggle dogs may not have a “true” standard to their name, sporidex the fact remains that this special hybrid is in high demand, sporidex and is loved by many. Sporidex After all, sporidex who says a dog needs an official standard to be considered a great pal and a one-of-a-kind friend.