Dog
Pronunciation:
puhg-ah-suh
Breed Description:
The Pughasa breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Pug and the Lhasa Apso. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Pughasa will have qualities of all the parents. They are usually a small breed of dog that should be slightly longer than they are tall. The overall look should be of a compact breed that is robust and never fragile looking. They should have short legs and their top line should be level. Generally, the dog has a medium length tail that curls over the back and a square shaped head with a broad skull and a short muzzle and an under bite.
The coat of the Pughasa can range from the short, hard coat of the Pug to the long silky coat of the Lhasa Apso, however, the most common is a medium length coat with both a top and undercoat. There should be a fluffy appearance to the dog and the coat should be medium in texture. The Pughasa can be found in any colors of the parent breeds but the most common are either fawn with a black mask or black with white.
Temperament:
The Pughasa breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. They are described as a cheerful little breed with a clown like temperament and a great sense of humor. They are usually very playful and affectionate with their owners and family and makes a loving companion. They thrive when they can be with their owners and can often suffer from separation anxiety when they are left for long period of time. The breed is okay with children but they are better suited to homes with older children since they can be snappy. The breed does well with other dogs and pets but they are naturally suspicious of strangers so they may take a while to warm up to new people.
Height:
There is no set height for the Pughasa at this time.
Weight:
The average weight for a Pughasa is between 23 to 25 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Pughasa breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on the Pug and the Lhasa Apso to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Pughasa breed of dog is a versatile breed when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Pughasa breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Grooming:
The Pughasa breed of dog does require a little extra grooming and expect to brush them two or three times a week. The hair may need to be trimmed every month or two, especially around the face, ears and feet but in general, it can be left natural. The Pughasa only needs to be bathed when necessary and can often go two or three months without a bath. For Pughasas with longer coats, clipping may be done to keep the management easy. Nails should be kept trimmed and the ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis as well.
Origin:
The Pughasa breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Pughasa, it is important to read up on the Pug and the Lhasa Apso. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
