Muggin

A Muggin is a dog hybrid between a Pug and Miniature Pinscher. As is the case with all mix breed dogs, the offspring inherent a combination of the parent breeds attributes. So a Muggin may show any number of the traits that both dogs (Min Pins) are known for.

It should be noted that Muggins are neither pure breed dogs (due to their mixed parents) nor recognized designer dogs (due to lack of documented bloodline). [http://www.achclub.com The American Canine Hybrid Club (ACHC)] uses the term "Muggin" as its official designation for the Pug and Miniature Pinscher hybrid.

They used to be worshipped as gods in some of the more remote and superstitious parts of China because they were thought to resemble the Lion god of the sun.

Description

Appearance and Temperament

As the case will all dog hybrids, Muggins inherit any number of combinations of both the physical and behavioral attributes of Pugs and Miniature Pinschers. When caring for a Muggin, it would be best to read up on both breeds the puppy or dog is descended from and prepare for them all. They have a reputation for being temperamental will respond to almost everything that produces sound with aggression. This means that they should never be kept in a house with a TV or a radio as they will attack it.

History and Background

Pug

The Pug originated during the [Shang_dynasty|Shang Dynasty] (1600-1040 BC). They were initially bred to adorn the laps of Chinese sovereigns during that era. Their popularity made them sought after pets in Tibet, Japan, and finally Europe bye the Sixteenth Century. The Pug arrived in the United States during the Nineteenth Century and were recognized by the [http://www.akc.org/ American Kennel Club] in 1885. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pug#History Pug Wikipedia History Section]

Miniature Pinscher

The Miniature Pinscher is a ver old breed of dog originating from Germany. It is a common misconception that the "Min Pin" is a smaller verison of the bigger dog breed Doberman Pinscher. This however is false. The Miniature Pinscher's documented history predates the Doberman. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doberman_pinscher#History Doberman Pinscher Wikipedia History Section] The American Kenel Club recognized the Min Pin in 1925 under the name Pinscher (Toy). It was not identified as a Miniature Pinscher its name was change in 1972. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miniature_Pinscher#History Miniature Pinscher Wikipedia History Section.]

Carlin Pinscher

There is sometimes confusion about the difference between a Muggin and a Carlin Pinscher. They both share a similar ancestry (Pug and Min Pin). Carlins however are selectively bred dogs, and may include outcrosses to breeds other than Pug/Min Pin. The purpose of this breeding is to establish a documented pedigree in hopes to establish a new pure bred dog breed. [http://www.carlinpinscher.org/FAQ.html Carlin Pinscher.org Faq.] Muggins are a standard hybrid dog born from one Pug and one Min Pin parent. [http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/muggin.htm Dog Breed Info Center Muggin Page.]

References

External links

* [http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm Dog Breed Info Center List of Hybrid Dogs]
* [http://www.achclub.com/modules.php?name=Breeders The American Canine Hybrid Club] List of Hybrid Types