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