Harlequin Pinschers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Puggits as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Miniature Pinscher and Rat Terrier

Pug and Italian Greyhound

2007

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Pied
Brindle
Black
Brown
Blue
Fawn

Black
Fawn
Blue
Cream
Red
Sable
White
Brindle
Brown

Harlequin Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Puggits have short coats.

A Harlequin Pinscher can have a litter of 12-15 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.

A Puggit 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia

Patellar Luxation
Periodontal Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Glaucoma
Skin Allergies
Food Allergies

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Atopy

Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing
DNA

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Harlequin Pinscher dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Puggits bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Fetch, Walk

Cuddling, Running

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

In general most Harlequin Pinschers 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.

In general most Puggits 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 Harlequin Pinscher should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Puggit 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
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Harlequin Pinscher 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.

The average per month expenses of a Puggit 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.

Harlequin Pinscher is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Puggit has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Harlequin Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Puggits have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Harlequin Pinschers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Puggits are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.