Playful
Loving
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Inquisitive
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Playful
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Inquisitive
Cheerful

French Bull Rat Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Puggats are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

American Rat Terrier, French Bulldog

American Rat Terrier and Pug

ACHC - American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Brindle
White
Fawn
Brown
Red
Blue

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue
Red
Isabella
Silver

French Bull Rat Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Puggats have short coats.

While the French Bull Rat Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration
Cardiac Disease

Patellar Luxation
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Eye Disease
Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Ectropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skin Conditions

Eyes
Spine
Heart
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

French Bull Rat Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Puggats are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Puggat dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French Bull Rat Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Puggat, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The French Bull Rat Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Puggat is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Puggat 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a French Bull Rat 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.

The average per month expenses of a Puggat is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

French Bull Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Puggats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

French Bull Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Puggats are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

French Bull Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

French Bull Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Puggats are highly friendly around strangers.