Brug Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Brug is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Cheerful

Brug dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Brug. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Brug breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

United States

Brussels Griffon and Pug

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®

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Brown

Black

Cream
White
Brown
Black

The coat of a Brug dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Brug can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Brugs are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Brug breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Skin Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Full Physical Examination
Optical Examination for PRA
Full Blood Profile
Skin Biopsy

Brugs may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Brug have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Brug dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Brug breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

The Brug is a vocal breed, with a tendency to bark and howl frequently. They may not be the best fit for those seeking a quiet companion. Their barks can vary and can indicate different emotions and needs.

Play, Dog Parks, Catch treats, High Five, Bath time, Snuggling, Fetch, Walk, Swim, Tug-of-war, Cuddles

Brugs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brug, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Brugs 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 Brug is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Brug 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Brug 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 Brug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Brug 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.

The Brug have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Brugs lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Brugs are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Brugs are average friendly dogs towards children.

Brugs are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Brugs are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Brugs are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Brugs have an average level of playfulness. The Brugs, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Brug may require more time, repetition and patience to learn commands than other breeds, and can be challenging to teach new things, but with patience and consistency, they can be trained.