Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet

Puglands are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

West of Argyll Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Puglands as watchdogs - they're not effective.

West of Argyll Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Pug and Westie

West Highland White Terrier, Beagle

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®

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

2000s

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
White

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Pied
Brindle

Puglands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

West of Argyll Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

The Pugland 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.

West of Argyll Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Cherry Eye
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

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

Eye Examination
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

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

West of Argyll Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

West of Argyll Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Camp, Hike, Kayaking

Chase, Cuddle, Walk, Hide & Seek, Run

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 West of Argyll Terrier, it's at least 8 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 West of Argyll Terriers usually need at least 40 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 West of Argyll Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
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 19-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) West of Argyll Terrier feed 1 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 West of Argyll Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 West of Argyll Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

West of Argyll Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Puglands are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

West of Argyll Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

West of Argyll Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Puglands are highly friendly around strangers.

West of Argyll Terriers 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.

West of Argyll Terriers 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.

West of Argyll Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.