| Pug dogs are perky, small dogs that have a short, | | | | problems. Their "button" ears which fold overcan |
| sleek coat and cute inquisitive face. These loyal dogs | | | | create a friendly environment for mites - therefore |
| are extremely smart and sensitive to commands. | | | | their ears should be checked frequently. These little |
| They are sturdy and rugged, love to play and are | | | | dogs have flat faces with protruding eyes which |
| fantastic with kids. They are not yippy like some | | | | might make them prone to ulcers on the cornea. |
| small dogs tend to be and are great for a small | | | | Pugs are also prone to colds and should avoid harsh |
| house or apartment. They typically are outgoing and | | | | weather- either very cold or very hot.Grooming and |
| sociable with humans as well as other animals. They | | | | CareBathing pugs is recommended but care should be |
| do need attention, like any other pet, and will reward | | | | take to be sure you dry them completely after |
| you with their loyal companionship.HistoryPug dogs | | | | bathing as they can catch cold easily. Care must be |
| are an Ancient Asian breed. In the sixteenth century | | | | taken with Pugs to insure their ears do not harbor |
| Pugs were all the rage in European high society and a | | | | pests and the folds of skin on their faces should be |
| Pug is rumored to have saved the life of William, | | | | cleaned. Pug dogs are rather easy to care for and |
| Prince of Orange when the dog barking gave them | | | | groom because of their short hair.Pugs make loving |
| notice of the Spanish invasion. Many pugs were found | | | | and loyal companions but like most toy breed dogs |
| in Chinese Imperial palace in the mid 1800's. The AKC | | | | do take extra care and attention. Before you adopt |
| recognized pugs in 1885.Breed StandardsPug dogs | | | | a pug, you need to make sure that you can provide |
| should be 12 to 14 inches tall for males and 10 to 12 | | | | him with a proper home. Pugs should not be kept |
| inches for females. They grow a short coat in black, | | | | outdoors for any length of time so you will need to |
| fawn, apricot or silver. These dogs are stocky with a | | | | provide suitable housing inside the home. Also, make |
| round eyed face, prominent eyes and curly tails. Pugs | | | | sure you have the time to devote to your dog as he |
| should weigh in between 13 to 20 pounds.Medical | | | | does require your attention. |
| ConcernsPugs often have respiratory and skin related | | | | |