| ...until you've read this article, chock full | | | | well with our friends' toddlers. They are not |
| of expert Pug information to help you decide | | | | aggressive with other people - far from it! |
| if a Pug is the right dog for you and your | | | | As far as other dogs, Pugs usually get along |
| family! | | | | well but just be careful as you would with |
| | | | any breed until you and your Pug get to know |
| Here's the vital 411 you need to know on | | | | the other dog. |
| Pugs, from their history to upkeep and health | | | | |
| issues, before you bring one home. | | | | When it comes to training a Pug, be warned, |
| | | | this is a stubborn breed! They're intelligent |
| Pugs are small in size and are members of the | | | | dogs and they aim to please, but once a Pug |
| toy dog group. But don't be fooled...though | | | | has something in their minds, it can be tough |
| small in stature, these are quite powerful | | | | to change. The best bet is to use treats as |
| and often heavy dogs! Adult pugs vary in | | | | an "ethical food bride" in your training |
| weight from approximately 15 to 25 lbs, with | | | | efforts and to try a positive training method |
| females weighing on the low end and males on | | | | such as clicker training, which is ideally |
| the high end. Pugs are "a lot in a little | | | | suited for this sensitive, affectionate |
| package" and you shouldn't be afraid to horse | | | | breed. |
| around with them - they're not delicate | | | | |
| creatures, so feel free to play tug and | | | | Don't neglect exercise for these dogs. Pugs |
| roughhouse around a bit! | | | | need to have plenty of exercise on a daily |
| | | | basis despite their small size. Daily |
| Don't get a Pug if you want a silent | | | | exercise will often do a terrific job of |
| dog...Pugs make a lot of funny sounds, many | | | | helping your Pug stay healthy. And just a |
| of them quite loud! They will snort and snore | | | | brisk walk for 20 to 30 minutes would be |
| and make other wheezing noises due to their | | | | ideal, so don't worry about running marathons |
| squished-in noses...but they tend to not be | | | | with 'em. Just build some time into your |
| barkers, so you'll be spared the yipping | | | | schedule to let these dynamos stretch their |
| characteristic of most other small breeds. | | | | legs every day. |
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| In terms of personality, Pugs are | | | | Here's some more good news...Pugs have a life |
| affectionate, loyal, playful dogs with | | | | expectancy of 12 to 15 years when healthy, |
| wonderful personalities. They love to keep | | | | and many live longer! So this means you can |
| your attention and will do almost anything to | | | | look forward to a long time together with |
| keep you entertained. Many people think of | | | | your Pug. There are two major health issues |
| them as little clowns. | | | | that you need to keep an eye on, however -- |
| | | | CHD and Pug dog encephalitis. Check with your |
| Do you have children at home? If so, good | | | | vet for more info on both issues. |
| news...Pugs get along very well with children | | | | |
| and are ideally suited for a family's home. | | | | This is all the Pug information you need to |
| Our two Pugs are terrific around our | | | | decide whether this is the right dog for |
| 6-month-old baby, and they've also played | | | | you...good luck to you! |