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Muggin Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Muggin so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Miniature Pinscher and Pug mix

Muggin Size and Weight

Size
Is a Muggin small, medium or large dog?

How big do Muggin get?

What is the average size of a Muggin?

Small
Weight
How much does the Muggin weigh? How much should a Muggin weight? What is the normal weight of a Muggin? How much does a full-grown Muggin weight?
Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Muggin?
Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
How tall is the Muggin? Muggin height:
Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Muggin?
Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Muggin Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Muggin puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Muggin in the United States? How much money is a Muggin?

Where to buy a Muggin with a good pedigree?

$300-$500
If you choose to purchase the Muggin, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Muggin for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Muggin gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Muggin? How many Muggin are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Muggin is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Muggin Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Muggin? Is the Muggin breed dumb or smart?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. They understand and remember new commands after an average of 25-40 repetitions.

The Muggin ranks average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Trainability
Are Muggin dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Muggin?
Muggin dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Ability
Is Muggin good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Muggin dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Muggin dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Muggin dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Muggin Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Muggin have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
PlayfulEnergeticCourageousIntelligentFriendlyOutgoingResponsiveAffectionateLoyalGentleGoingCheerfulClever
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Muggin sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Muggin dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Muggin a good family dog?
High: Muggin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Muggin need? Muggin social needs:
Muggin dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Muggin to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Muggin roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Muggin is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Muggin have high prey drive?
Muggin dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Muggin Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Muggin is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Muggin dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Muggin bark?
Average to High: The Muggin is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Muggin good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Muggin in an apartment?
Very house-friendly dog the Muggin breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Muggin Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Muggin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Muggin be left alone? How long can you leave a Muggin alone?
Muggin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Muggin Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Muggin has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Muggin? How much bite force does a Muggin have? How strong is a Muggin bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Muggin bite force: Weak. The Muggin bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Muggin measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Muggin may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Muggin being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Muggin bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Muggin puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Muggin can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Biting Potential
Do Muggin bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Muggin? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Muggin? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Muggin has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Muggin do?
Muggin dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Muggin dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Muggin Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Muggin dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Muggins are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Muggin breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Muggin breed? Most common health risks of Muggin:
Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationAllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyEntropionVaccination SensitivityDemodectic MangeDistichiasisCorneal UlcersDry EyeHemi-vertebraeCheyletiella DermatitisNerve DegenerationProptosisPug Dog EncephalitisStaphylococcus InfectionYeast Infection
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Muggin breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Muggin see the vet?
Rare
The Muggin should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Muggin dogs live? How old can a Muggin be? What is the age limit of the Muggin? How many years can the oldest Muggin live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Muggin?

How long is the lifespan of a Muggin?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Muggin: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Muggin Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Muggin have? What is the activity level of the Muggin?
Muggin dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Muggin need? How much exercise do Muggin dogs require per day?

Do Muggin dogs need a lot of exercises?

Muggin dogs exercise need is minimal. If you live a slow life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Muggin breed need?
Muggin dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Muggin Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Muggin need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Muggin breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Muggin? How much food should I feed my Muggin?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Muggin risk for obesity:
High: The Muggin breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding. If you want to keep balance, increase the amount and frequency of your daily dog walk and play with the Muggin more often.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Muggin weight regularly.

Muggin Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Muggin have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FineRough
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Muggin coats?
BlackTan Red Fawn Chocolate Rust
Grooming
How to groom the Muggin and how often? How often should I take my Muggin to the groomer?
Effortless: The Muggin requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Muggin is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Muggin dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Muggin? Do Muggin dogs shed a lot?
Muggin dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Muggin breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Muggin need a bath? How often should you give a Muggin a bath? Can I bathe my Muggin every day?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Muggin breed hypoallergenic?
No
Muggin dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Muggin has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Muggin drool?
The Muggin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Muggin could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Muggin.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Muggin Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Muggin dogs get along with other pets? Are Muggin dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Muggin dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Muggin temperament with other people:
Muggin dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Are Muggin dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Muggin temperament with children:
Muggin dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Muggin dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Muggin breed live with a cat?
Muggin dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Muggin good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Muggin dogs get along with other dogs?
Muggin dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Muggin can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Muggin breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Muggin breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Muggin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Muggin dogs good office canines? Do Muggin dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Muggin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Muggin dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Muggin temperament with senior people? Are Muggin dogs good for elderly owners?
Muggins are usually recommended for elderly people.

Muggin As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Muggin be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Muggin is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Muggin be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Muggin be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Muggin breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Muggin be a sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Muggin is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Muggin be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Muggin is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Muggin be a boat dog?

Not really

Muggin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Muggin be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Muggin is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Muggin dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Muggin Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Muggin pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Muggin breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Muggin: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Muggin have in a litter? How many puppies can the Muggin breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Muggin have? How many puppies can a Muggin give birth to?
2-5 puppies

Muggin Recognition

AKC Group
Is Muggin recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Muggin recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Muggin Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Health Issues: Muggins are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Apartment Friendly: Very house-friendly dog the Muggin breed.
  • Grooming: Effortless: The Muggin requires minimal grooming.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Muggin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Mouthiness: Muggin dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Adaptability: Muggin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Muggin dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Muggin dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Muggin dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Muggins are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Muggin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Muggin dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Muggin dogs shed above average.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: High: The Muggin breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Muggin is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Muggin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Muggin is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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