Pug
Appearance
(Carlin) (Mops) The Pug is a cute and commonly seen breed. The breed’s head is covered in wrinkles like a small version of a Shar Pei or Bulldog. Pugs have an extremely short muzzle which looks scrunched up and ends with a small black nose. Their cute faces and large, round eyes are often full of expressions. Small folded ears finish off their adorable, unique face. Despite their small size, the Pug has a broad neck with a dewlap that leads to a wide, square body. Pugs have short skinny legs and a curled tail that lies on its back. Short fur covers their entire small body. The most common fur colors are fawn and black, but they can also be silver or apricot.They have the appearance of a big dog, but a small dog at heart, the pug is an easy to please member of the family.
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Temperament
Always sweet and cheerful is how the Pug is often described. Family is most important to these little dogs that thrive on attention. A gentle nature makes the Pug great for playing with children. Strangers and dogs will receive the same playful and loving attention a family member would. Plus, owners do not need to worry about Pugs around small animals. Intelligence makes them highly trainable but also independent and stubborn. Sensitivity to punishment makes it important to not yell at Pugs or to use a harsh voice when correcting the breed.Size
10 – 14 inchesWeight
13 – 20 poundsHealth
The Pug has some health problems mostly because of how they were bred. These problems include extreme breathing problems caused by their short muzzle and ulcers on the cornea and inflammation of the cornea caused by their eyes bulging. Other health problems are just genetic, including allergies. Also common are colds, eye weeping, and skin problems. Many Pugs find it hard to give birth naturally and need Cesarean Sections. Another important thing for owners to remember is that Pugs will easily over eat and become obese. Life expectancy for a Pug is between 12 to15 years.Origin
Pugs probably developed in Asia around the 5th century BC. However, there are numerous alternative theories. What is assumed is that the breed ended up in England after British forces found the dogs in China during an attack. The breed was popular among artists, as a companion in monasteries, and as fashion accessories during the Victorian Era. When pugs finally arrived in Europe before the 16th century, they quickly became adopted as a favorite pet of the wealthy. In 1885, the Pug was finally recognized by the AKC.Maintenance
Grooming is simple and not time consuming for this little breed. Regular baths and brushing sessions are needed and the wrinkles on their face should be cleaned every day. Pugs are active and enjoy playing games and walking. However, they do get tired quickly and may start wheezing which means they are overexerted. This breed still should be exercised because they can become obese easily. Special care should be taken to prevent this breed from getting too cold or hot because they cannot withstand harsh climates. Excessive shedding year round even with proper grooming
Ideal Environment
The Pug is a perky dog that gets along with all people and animals. Apartment living is fine for this breed because they are calm indoors and do not need a yard. Care should be taken before purchasing a Pug because of their numerous health concerns. A loving family with time to play and provide love is the Pug’s ideal home. However, Pugs cannot be in extreme hot or cold climates.Ask a QuestionPug Q&A
I own a pug that is digging everything in my house and also is destroying walls and furinture. How do I get him to stop tearing up my house and make it possible for me to leave him home alone with out putting him in a cage.
He probably isn't getting enough exercise. He is chewing and tearing things up because he is frustrated. Chewing and tearing things up is a way to vent that energy. A couple of 20-30 minute leash walks plus some playtime in the yard/dog park should help him relax.
1 get more toys and walk 2-3 times a day my pug did tha and all i did is give more time outside then more toys and that all ended just dont go tooooo far they dont like it because you will carry them home
get another pug-that is what i had to do-pugs hate being alone-they are not dogs that like to be left aloine, but with another pug esp. or dog around they are happy and fine.
A cage or kennel would be the solution in your case. This is a dog and if it damages your house you obviously want to address this right away. I do not understand what people have against cage or kennel. My dogs were all trained in a cage and they are very happy.Well, this is your decision.
I also have a pug dog that tore everything up when left alone and still does. So I bought the baby play fence. About $60 at babies r us and he stays in anytime I am gone and not as small as a cage so he has a little more room.
I own two pug brothers from same litter,they are 3 yrs old,and sleep together and love one another.however lately,one pug upon awaking will immediately attack his brother jump him and growl viciously at him,then he settles down and its over. what could be causing this behavior?
I only have one pug. I aso have a Boston Bull and our pug will do the same thing! She tease-takes thing away from the Bull dog! She is a lot younger and thinks she can get away with it too ! What do you do about it??
Are they desexed? If one or neither are then it is a dominance thing.
what i think is that one dog thinks its brother is getting more love then he is and he gets mad at his brother and u need to spend more time with both or hes doin that because he wants attintion than his brother
Dominance. The one pug is being like the "Leader of the Pack" and is putting the other in his place.
We own a seven month old pug. He has not been disciplined correctly, and has grown immune to yelling. What is a good way to correct/discipline bad behavior if he does not respond to normal means?
A bark collar! Yes, perfect tool for bark training. Or a spray collar. Whenever the dog barks, a bitter apple spray will spray right in the dog's face.
instead of a bitter apple spray, you could also get a squirt gun and spray water in his face.
We're getting a pug puppy...yeah, very excited, but concerned. The breeder says she is ready to go now. She is 5.5 weeks old. ? Is this too young to bring her home?
Puppies should NEVER leave their mother before 8 weeks of age. Preferably 9, but NEVER before 8. You should look for another breeder. A good, reputable breeder would not be trying to whisk puppies away from their mother at such an age.
The pups need to stay with their pug momma and their litter for at least 7 weeks. Perferably a bit longer. Even if they are no longer nursing! The need that social interaction. If a breeder is letting them go earlier, it's probably because they are tired of taking care of them and want their money. It may be good for the breeder, but it is so terribly bad for the pups.
she is to young well thats what i would say because i heard that the dog has to be at least 2 months old befor leaveing its mom
According to all AKC and airline and vet regulations, no puppy can be shipped or should go to a new owner before eight weeks of age. They should receive 4 wormings 2 weeks apart with the last one being a 3 day. Also they should receive a parvo at 4 weeks, 5-way and bordatella at 6 and 8 weeks. Also a 5 to 10 day (depending on what type of medication breeder uses) for coccidia (puppy diarrhea.
Is it true that black pugs have a single coat? I have heard that they do not shed as much as the fawn pug.
This is totally false. The pug is one breed, black or fawn, a pug is a pug. Both double coats, therefore, both shed just as much. There are alot of pug rumours in the world and I would like you not to believe half of them. Shedding can be taken care of with a regular brushing once a week. Watch out for health problems and ticks and fleas, and grooming should be an enjoyable experience for both the owner and the dog. I know someone who owns a pug, and she is the healthiest dog in the neighbourhood. Sheds just as much as a fawn pug, and just as friendly. Remember, no matter the colour, it's the same breed, the PUG!
I have a black and a fawn pug and yes, the black one does not shed nearly as much hair due to the single coat.
I just bought two pugs from the same litter. They are five months old. For those that have litter mates, how did you go about potty trining them at the same time? Do you take them out separately or together? Do you crate them together?
I would rather do it separately so that the pugs don't get distracted by each other.
if you take them out together, they may want to play instead of doing their business. i think it's best to crate them together so that neither of them is lonely, which usually causes problems.
I am planning to buy a pug...What should I check in order to get an ideal specimen. I mean are there certain things which I need to check b4 I buy a pug?
My three month old pug eats his own feces. What do you recommend to stop this habit? I have tried putting this nose in it and spanking him to no avail
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I absolutely LOVE my pug. I can't imagine any dog being more loving, nor hav I ever known or owned one as loving and cute! Be patient with training, and they WILL be laid back after about 1 year old. Please do not get this breed if you cannot devote a lot of attention, or if you don't like shedding!
Pros: great personality, very cute, smart, will learn tricks, laid back (after 1yr old)
Cons: can be hard to potty train, SHED, SHED, SHED, do not like to be left alone, CAN'T tolerate HEAT, spastic puppies, picky eater, allergies