What is a Griffon Pug?
Brussels Griffon. Pug. The Brug is a small dog that is the result of mixing a Brussels Griffon with the Pug dog. This hybrid dog is quite rare, but is becoming very popular because of its outgoing personality and small size which makes it good for small homes and apartments.
Are Brussels Griffons related to pugs?
Originating in the early 1800s from Brussels, Belgium—where they are known as Griffon Bruxellois—the Brussels Griffon is the result of crossbreeding the Affenpinscher with several other breeds, including Pugs, King Charles Spaniels and English Toy Spaniels.
How much is a Brug?
Brug puppies are smaller dogs, so they typically cost between $300 to $1,000. Smaller dogs usually cost less than big dogs, simply because breeding the dogs takes less money. You don’t have to spend as much on food, for instance, because small dogs eat less than large dogs.
What can you cross a Pug with?
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- Aussie Pug (Australian Shepherd x Pug)
- Frug (French Bull Dog x Pug)
- Porgi (Corgi x Pug Mix)
- Puggle (Beagle x Pug)
- Hug (Husky x Pug)
- Chug (Chihuahua x Pug)
- Daug (Dachshund x Pug)
- Pom-A-Pug (Pomeranian x Pug)
Are Brussel Griffon Pug mixes good pets?
The Brug is a fairly rare and new breed so their physical traits can vary depending on how much of their parent’s characteristics they inherit. The Brussels Griffon Pug mix has a lovable personality and is quite friendly, affectionate and loyal, making great family pets to its owners.
What breeds make up a Brussel Griffon?
The Brussels Griffon as we know it today was created from several breeds, including the Affenpinscher, Pug, and English Toy Spaniel. The Affenpinscher contributed the size and wiry coat texture, while the Toy Spaniel influence is seen in the large, expressive eyes, rounded head, and upturned underjaw.
What to do when you get a Brug pug mix?
When you get your Brug, be sure to take it from a responsible breeder and take all the registry papers of its parents. Pug mixes have a tendency to inherit facial folds which are susceptible to smelly yeast infections if they are not cleaned on a regular basis to prevent a build-up of bacteria.