While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Carkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Assertive

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Carkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Cairn Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Pug, Cocker Spaniel

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®

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®

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Straight

Wavy

A Carkie can have a litter of 2-10 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 Cocker Pug can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Carkies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cocker Pugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Hypothyroidism

Ear Infections
Entropion
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hypothyroidism
Atopy Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

None

Patellar Luxation
Diabetes
Heart Murmur
Mast Cell Tumors

Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
T4 Concentration Test

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
Skin Scraping
Allergy Tests
Ear Examination
Biopsy
Eye examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Serum Chemistry Tests

Carkies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cocker Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Carkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cocker Pugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Play, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Cuddling, Car rides, Walks, Talking, Play keep away, Tag, Wrestling, Play fetch, Tug rope, Go for walk, Run with kids, Snuggles, Adventures, Racing, Dog Parks

Chase, Playing, Tug-of-war, Walking, Cuddling, Swimming, Camp, Fetch, Swim, Walk

Carkies 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.

Cocker Pugs 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.

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

In general most Carkies 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 Cocker Pugs 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.

Carkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Cocker Pug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Cocker Pug 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Carkie 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.

For an average 18-35 pound (8 - 16 kg) Cocker Pug feed 2.5 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 Carkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Carkie 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 Cocker Pug is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Carkie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Cocker Pugs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Carkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Cocker Pugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Carkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Carkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Carkies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Carkies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cocker Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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