Puggle: A Cross between a Pug and a Beagle, is part of the new "Designer Dogs" series of picture books for children interested in learning more about these popular cross-bred dogs. The opening chapter "One Cute Designer Dog" describes the Puggle's happy, upbeat nature and states that no one knows when the first Puggle was born. According to the author, Wallace Havens of Wisconsin is credited with registering the name Puggle with the American Canine Hybrid Club in 1992. A definition of designer dogs and details of more popular breeds including the "Labradoodle", a mix of Labrador retriever and Poodle, as well as a photo of a "Jack-A-Bee" highlight this chapter. The "Puggle Parents" chapter presents charming photos, brief histories and descriptions of the mixture's two parents' breeds. The message presented in the "Designer Dogs" series is that breeders believe they are creating dogs that are easier to care for (most have little or no shedding) and are more easily trained than their parent breeds; however, grooming and training are very important for their care, and also a variety of health problems occur in *both* of the original breeds are described. "The Best of Both Worlds" chapter states that there is no guarantee that a Puggle will have all the desired traits from its parent breed, may vary widely in appearance (short or long muzzle, etc.) and notes that some breeders produce toy Puggles by breeding Pugs with smaller Beagles. "Caring for a Puggle" covers the breed's need for proper medical care, particular food, grooming, exercise and training. Parents and children can determine whether or not the Puggle is the right breed for their family by reading "Adopting a Puggle" and taking the five-question quiz. Advice is also given about where to find Puggles, and considering adopting a mutt or other shelter dog. A ten-word "Glossary" repeats those words highlighted and defined in the text. The "Read More" section and "Internet Sites" paragraph offer opportunities for further study and research and may require assistance. Puggle is written in consultation with Tanya Dewey, PhD of the University of Michigan's Museum of Zoology. Additional "super-cool stuff!" including projects and games are available at www.capstonekids.com Reviewer: Debra Lampert-Rudman
Puggle: A Cross Between a Pug and a Beagle
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The Pug has a sweet, wrinkly face. The Beagle has a sweet personality. What happens when they¿re bred together? Introducing the Puggle the bouncy ball of energy that¿s also fond of cuddles!
Puggle: A Cross Between a Pug and a Beagle
The Pug has a sweet, wrinkly face. The Beagle has a sweet personality. What happens when they¿re bred together? Introducing the Puggle the bouncy ball of energy that¿s also fond of cuddles!
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BN ID: | 2940172265228 |
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Publisher: | Capstone Press |
Publication date: | 03/01/2013 |
Series: | Designer Dogs |
Edition description: | Unabridged |
Age Range: | 8 - 11 Years |
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