Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Avoid Puglands as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Flat-Coated Retriever if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

England

Pug and Westie

retriever, newfoundland water dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

2000s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

Black
Brown

Puglands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Flat-Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

A Pugland can have a litter of 2-5 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 Flat-Coated Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Addison's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Entropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Glaucoma
Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
DNA

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Puglands are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Flat-Coated Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pugland has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Flat-Coated Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Puglands require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Flat-Coated Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Puglands have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Pugland is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Flat-Coated Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Camp, Hike, Kayaking

Chase, Play, Catch treats, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pugland, 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 Flat-Coated Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Puglands 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Pugland requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Flat-Coated Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Flat-Coated Retriever 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Pugland 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 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Flat-Coated Retriever feed 3.2 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 Pugland is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Flat-Coated Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pugland 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Pugland has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Flat-Coated Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

The Flat-Coated Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Puglands are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Puglands are highly friendly around strangers.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.