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Pug Breed Information

Breed Group: Toy

Weight: 14-18 lbs

Height: 10-11 inches

Color(s): silver, apricot-fawn, or black, with black muzzle or mask, ears, cheek moles, and trace down back

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Overview

The Pug has unknown origins which have triggered debate among Pug lovers. It is believed that this dog originated before 400 BC in Asia, however one cannot be certain. Some believe that Dutch traders brought this breed back from the East. It is said that this breed descended from a shorthaired Pekingese while others believe that it was the result of crossing a small Bulldog.

Character

The Pug can be somewhat sensitive to the tone of someone's voice, however recovers fairly quickly. Don't underestimate the size of this dog, he is very devoted and makes a good watchdog. This is a big dog in a small dogs body, making him very sturdy and very devoted. The Pug should never be timid, and should never show signs of aggression. He should always be friendly and playful.

Temperament

The Pug is a happy and cheerful little fellow that gets along with just about anyone. This breed can become very jealous at times, but does exceptionally well around strangers. The Pug does extremely well around children, even children that are prone to pestering a dog, as this is a very sturdy and hardy breed. He can do very well around other dogs, but should be socialized at an early age like other breeds.

Care

Grooming wise, the Pug does not require much maintenance. The muzzle area should be cleaned as this breed has the tendency to drool. Under the folds of skin should also be cleaned to avoid any dry or itchy skin. Bathing should only be performed when necessary, as it will remove the natural oils from the skin and coat.

Coat

The Pug has a very fine, short, and soft coat. The coat should be smooth and glossy and neither hard nor wooly. The Pug sports a distinct black and soft muzzle. The hair is slightly broken along the curly tail.

Training

The Pug can be willful at times but is eager to please. Making training fun will be sure to catch this dogs attention and keep it. A variety of training methods work best with the Pug, as they bore quickly. Making training fun will be sure to keep this dogs attention. This is one of the harder breeds to train, so consistency is a must. Obedience training at an early age is recommended to make training more efficient and easier at a later stage in life.

Activity

Pugs are lively little dogs, however they are relatively active indoors and do well without a yard. This breed does love long walks, but proper water should always be provided as this breed is prone to breathing problems and tires quickly. This breed is excellent for an apartment environment. The Pug adapts well to many different environments, and will take as much exercise as provided. However, he has the tendency to overeat and become lazy, so exercise must be provided on a regular basis.

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QUESTION: Is it normal for a pug puppy to have a dry nose? I thought they were always supposed to have a cold wet nose?

Anonymous - 5/22/2012 10:43:34 PM

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QUESTION: what are pugs ears like?

Anonymous - 5/21/2012 9:31:47 AM

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Pugs ears are small, usually black, triangular, and flop over a little bit.

Anonymous - 5/21/2012 12:54:19 PM

QUESTION: My pug puppy is 6 months old and she has really bad breath i mean enough to make me puke is their something i can do or give her to make it better

Anonymous - 5/20/2012 10:04:34 PM

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QUESTION: What causes a 12 year old pug to lose his eyesight>

Anonymous - 5/18/2012 9:24:06 PM

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I also have a pug that is 14 yrs old and he is blind. These dogs are awesome and live long and bring so much joy to a home, but like all breeds they have two problems. One is breathing and the other is their eyes. As they get older they don't produce tears to lub the eyes causing irritation and infections. Also since there eyes are popped out there is less protection for the eye it self. Give them love and attention and even as a blind dog their happy.

Anonymous - 5/22/2012 1:34:59 AM

QUESTION: my pug is almost 6 yrs. is he to0 old now to breed with a younger female pug? i really need to know.

Anonymous - 5/16/2012 2:52:33 PM

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QUESTION: do pug snores when they sleep?

Anonymous - 5/11/2012 12:37:01 AM

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Yes, but you become used to it quickly.

Anonymous - 5/14/2012 7:06:18 PM

QUESTION: how long do pugs live to be

Anonymous - 5/1/2012 7:23:12 PM

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Pugs live to about 12 to 15 years on average if well taken care of.

Anonymous - 5/3/2012 9:48:27 PM

QUESTION: how old should a pug puppy be before going to a new home ? 6 to 8 weeks ?

Anonymous - 5/1/2012 3:18:14 PM

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they should be at least seven to eight weeks before entering a new home.

Anonymous - 5/3/2012 9:58:43 PM

QUESTION: do pugs have CHD

Anonymous - 5/1/2012 8:33:23 AM

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QUESTION: do pugs get stuck together after they are done breeding

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 4:02:25 AM

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QUESTION: I really love this breed, I just have a few questions :) 1. Do pugs shed a lot? 2. What are they like to be left alone at home for a day or a day and a half by themselves? 3. Are they diggers? 4. What is their price range? THANK YOU! :)

Anonymous - 4/25/2012 3:07:41 AM

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my pug only really digs in the summer tryimg to stay cool...

Anonymous - 5/9/2012 5:22:54 PM

My pug stays home for about 9 hrs everyday and she just lays on the couch and waits for me. She is 5 yrs old and has never gotten into anything while she was home alone.

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 5:45:50 PM

Pugs price range is anywhere from $250 - $2,000 depending on where you get it from.

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 12:20:07 AM

Pugs are seasonally heavy shedders and they are not known to be diggers

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 12:17:57 AM

QUESTION: My pug is due on the 20th that would be 60 days , Her belly is hard and her temp is 99, What should i expect

Anonymous - 4/19/2012 7:10:54 PM

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QUESTION: How can you train your pug to not bite you?

Anonymous - 4/17/2012 9:09:16 PM

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be the "pack leader" and let the pug know it hurt you by making an "acht!" sound.

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 12:21:34 AM

QUESTION: how do i breed my female pug?

Anonymous - 4/14/2012 1:57:21 AM

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QUESTION: What type of brush do you use to groom your pug with?

Anonymous - 4/13/2012 6:39:52 PM

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QUESTION: Are pugs easy to train how to swim?

Anonymous - 4/12/2012 9:40:01 PM

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sometimes. it depends on the pug's fitness at the start.

Anonymous - 4/27/2012 12:24:09 AM

QUESTION: How long does a pug live.

Anonymous - 4/12/2012 10:31:15 AM

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12-15

Anonymous - 5/19/2012 10:04:06 AM

usually about 12-14 years

Anonymous - 4/12/2012 9:29:53 PM

QUESTION: how long does a pug live???**

Anonymous - 4/11/2012 11:09:45 PM

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QUESTION: We are considering purchasing a pug puppy. It is ckc registered. We have only seen pictures. Are the tails on pug puppies supposed to curl at 5 weeks old? This one doesn't look like he has a curly tail. Is this a sign he could be mixed?

Anonymous - 4/11/2012 8:26:05 PM

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Pugs tails can curl later on in life, you should ask for documentation on if it is pure bred or not!

Anonymous - 5/20/2012 9:57:14 AM

QUESTION: my pug (puppy) has one eye(pupil) facing left and the other facing right. is this normal? thanks

Anonymous - 4/11/2012 4:59:47 PM

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QUESTION: how to train a pug dog and how to make it faithful

Anonymous - 4/10/2012 3:19:58 AM

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Pugs are very easy to train because they love to please their pet parent and and they are very faithful and loving.

Anonymous - 4/14/2012 5:46:16 PM

QUESTION: how do i breed my male and female pugs?

Anonymous - 3/27/2012 3:24:48 AM

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QUESTION: I just got a male pug its about 5-6 weeks old..what food can he eat?milk or water? Or what is the best thing too do?

Anonymous - 3/27/2012 12:36:36 AM

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You may feed 5 times during the day cerlac wheat honey one spoon will milk

Anonymous - 4/18/2012 6:05:51 AM

QUESTION: im getting a pug in a couple of years from a friend aand iwant to know as much as i can does anyone have information

Anonymous - 3/24/2012 5:36:17 PM

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QUESTION: My pug is 5 yrs old and prefers to poo in the house AFTER he has been put outside to potty! We are at our wits end and do not know what to do. We have scolded him, put him outside as often as we can, feed him at the same times daily but he still wants to poo inside. What do I do?

Anonymous - 3/20/2012 10:53:44 AM

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Make a potty space inside the house. Like lay a couple of newspapers down. Make sure NOT to change the spot otherwise your dog will get confused, so only lay down the rules when you are sure on your spot. Obviously, it will take time to train your dog but it will not take 5 years ;) hope i helped x

Anonymous - 4/11/2012 4:56:30 PM

QUESTION: what all can be given to pug puppies at the time of weaning ?

Anonymous - 3/20/2012 9:22:06 AM

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QUESTION: guys, can any one tell me that how to take care of ill pug which is 12 to 15 days old?

Anonymous - 3/20/2012 1:57:44 AM

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take your pug puppy to vet and see what he say

Anonymous - 5/19/2012 10:07:47 AM

take your pug to the vet and see what he has to say. where did you get the pug? if you got him from a pet store he was propably born in a puppy mil which is when people breed dogs for money and dont care if their parents are ill or the puppy is ill.

Anonymous - 3/24/2012 5:19:12 PM

QUESTION: do pugs get along with cats

Anonymous - 3/18/2012 1:24:42 PM

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it depend s on how you raise your pug - if you guys are nice around the cat then the dog will too but its smart to introduce a puppy to an adult cat or a kitten to a adult dog.

Anonymous - 3/24/2012 5:22:32 PM

QUESTION: I have an 8 month old female pug and we think my male may have gotten her pregnant even though we took every precaution. Her teets are enlarged and someone told us they can pregnant up to a month after their heat. We hope she's not but the vets we called said the only thing they would do is to fix her. Don't know how long it takes to give birth and what kind of trouble we'll have. How can we tell for sure.

Anonymous - 3/12/2012 3:09:15 PM

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look and notice if your pugs stomach is getting bigger but dogs tits get bigger if they have already gave birth to a litter of puppies and they are going into heat

Anonymous - 3/24/2012 5:24:40 PM

QUESTION: can you get pugs for free adoption

Anonymous - 3/9/2012 8:12:48 PM

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If you are looking for Pug puppies for sale from reputable Pug breeders or to adopt a Pug from a Pug rescue then make sure you understand as much about the dog breeds you are interested in as you can. Every puppy breed is different. Begin your research by reading the breed information about the Pug puppy above. Search our dog breeds section to find Pug puppies, dogs and puppies that make great pets.

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