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Pug
A.K.A. : Chinese pug, Dutch bulldog, Dutch mastiff, Mini mastiff, Mops, Carlin
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Pug
A.K.A. :Chinese pug, Dutch bulldog, Dutch mastiff, Mini mastiff, Mops, Carlin
Size
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| Overview: | The Pug is one of the oldest breeds of dogs and has flourished since before 400 BC. China is the earliest known source for Pugs, where they were pets of the Buddhist monasteries in Tibet. The Pug is a family favorite. Full of confidence and always eager to please, this dog makes a great playmate for children and a loyal addition to the family. |
| Breed Group: | Toy |
| Weight (lbs): | 14-18 |
| Height (in): | 13-14 |
| Colors: | Silver, apricot-fawn, or black, with black muzzle or mask, ears, cheek moles, and trace down back. |
| Coat: | The coat of the Pug breed is short and often double-layered, with a smooth, velvety layer of longer hair on top and a shorter, fluffier layer underneath. This type of coat gives the Pug a reputation as a prolific shedder. Often, faithful Pug owners c |
| Character: | Pugs are social and very easy-going. Known for their intelligence, these dogs are generally calm and reserved. |
| Temperament: | This breed gets along well with children, other dogs, and most household pets. They may become jealous if their owner diverts attention to another animal or child. |
| Care: | The Pug requires occasional grooming with a rubber brush to remove loose hairs. Special lotion can be used on the facial creases to clean and nourish the skin. |
| Training: | Since Pugs are stubborn, independent and smart enough to get bored quickly with repetitive exercises, they are not always easy to train. With their silly, distracting antics added to the mix, training a Pug may seem downright impossible at times. Thankfully, Pugs are exceptionally eager to please their owners, and owners who are consistent and patient can usually train their Pugs to exhibit the desired response to his or her prompts. Heaping praise upon them can also help tremendously, since they thrive on attention from their owners. It is also very important that owners do not inadvertently praise behaviors that, while cute, are not the point of the training exercise. This breed is very fond of food and treats, so using treats as rewards may provide some additional motivation for dogs that are especially strong-willed. Working with Pugs during the first six months of their lives is crucial where training is concerned, as it is much more difficult to change dogs’ behaviors after this point. Some owners express concern about how long it takes to house-train Pugs, but puppies of this breed do not develop the muscle strength to control their bowels and bladder completely until they are around 6 months old. As with other commands and skills, Pugs learn to house-train with plenty of positive reinforcement in the form of treats and praise. This breed requires gentle training, as they are very sensitive to the tone of the trainer's voice. |
| Activity: | Pugs love to romp and play outdoors on a regular basis. Due to their small size and rather lazy nature, Pugs do not require a lot of physical activity to stay healthy and in-shape. A daily walk around the neighborhood or a romp in the backyard should easily meet these dogs’ exercise requirements; in fact, too much exercise can exacerbate Pugs’ tendency to wheeze. While Pugs do love to play, especially with children, it is important to prevent them from jumping off high surfaces like sofas or other furniture, since doing so can cause joint damage. Since they do not require much exercise, Pugs make great companions for those who live in apartments or homes without large backyards, including the elderly. |
| Country of Origin: | China |
| Health Issue: | This breed tends to catch colds easily and is stressed by weather extremes. They may be prone to allergies, breathing problems, and skin problems. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
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Pug Litter of Puppies for Sale near NORWOOD, MO, USA. ADN-245135. AKC LITTER OF BEAUTIFUL PUGS
Litter of 4
Pug
AKC LITTER OF BEAUTIFUL PUGS
$1,300
THIS LITTER IS SO LOVELY AND HEALTHY. ALL COME WITH "FULL BREEDING RIGHTS" WITH THEIR AKC REGISTRATION. THIS LITTLE FAMILY OF PUGS IS BEING RAISED BY A FAMILY IN THE OZARK REGION...
Pug Litter of Puppies for Sale near ELVERSON, PA, USA. ADN-245114. ACA registered Pug puppies
Litter of 3
Pug
ACA registered Pug puppies
$2,450
These purebred pups have the trademark pug features: broad heads and shoulders, stocky bodies, and curled tails
Pug Puppy for Sale near NEW RIVER, AZ, USA. ADN-244343. Male Pug Puppy Available Now
Male Fawn
Pug
Male Pug Puppy Available Now
$1,500
The sweetest puppy ever! Please email for more information on this sweet boy.
Pug Puppy for Sale near NORTH AURORA, IL, USA. ADN-244019. ENERGETIC MALE PUG
NEMO
Pug
ENERGETIC MALE PUG
$1,650
ENERGETIC HANDSOME MALE PUG FULL OF ENERGY AND PLAYFUL READY NOW TO GO HOME HAS BEEN TO VET HAS SHOT RECORD CALL ME TO FACETIME OR WHATSAPP TO SEE HIM NOW COME PICK HIM UP AND...
Pug Litter of Puppies for Sale near WARSAW, IN, USA. ADN-243899. Champion Line Pug puppies Imported parents
Litter of 4
Pug
Champion Line Pug puppies Imported parents
$4,250
We currently have a super nice litter of AKC pug puppies ready to go to their forever homes! The parents are both champion lines and imported too! If you are looking for a...
Pug Puppy for Sale near MOUNT VERNON, OH, USA. ADN-243867. storm female pug
storm
Pug
storm female pug
$1,999
Storm is a very loving and cuddly little Pug!! He has a very sweet demeanor and is going to make a great pet! He is up-to-date on his shots and dewormings. Storm also comes...
Pug Puppy for Sale near MOUNT VERNON, OH, USA. ADN-243866. gaia female pug
gaia
Pug
gaia female pug
$1,999
Gaia is an AKC registered, female, fawn, Pug. She is incredibly fun! Gaia loves to have her belly rubbed and will follow you all around the house. She comes with a one-year...
Pug Puppy for Sale near CLARE, IL, USA. ADN-243824. Pug
Litter of 8
Pug
Pug
$2,450
Beautiful litter of fawn pups. One male and 7 females. Great family companions. Will keep you amused with their silly antics. All of our pups are kept current on vaccines, are...
Pug Puppy for Sale near NORTH AURORA, IL, USA. ADN-243759. ADORABLE FEMALE PUG
WHITNEY
Pug
ADORABLE FEMALE PUG
$1,650
WONDERFUL ADORABLE FEMALE PUG PUPPY.FULL OF ENERGY VERY PLAYFUL.READY TO GO HOME NOW.COME TO OUR HOME AND PICK HER UP TODAY.HAS BEEN TO VET ALREADY HAS VET RECORD OF HEALTH AND...
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Pug Dog for Adoption near Farmington, MI, USA. ADN-628694. Sebastian - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Sebastian
Pug
Sebastian - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). Update February 13; I came to my foster home today. I had my vaccines done, heartworm test was negative, my teeth were cleaned (some were green)...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Farmington, MI, USA. ADN-617222. Sally - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Sally
Pug
Sally - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). MEDICAL HOLD Sally was rescued along with her 2 sisters and a brother from a woman who had fallen on hard times. She is 1.5 years old and had...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Summerfield, NC, USA. ADN-52914. 2016-3025 Emma VA - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
2016-3025 Emma VA
Pug
2016-3025 Emma VA - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). Please contact Cathleen (cathleenpugrescuenc) for more information about this pet. Http:/.pugrescuenc/images/PRONC_Express.jpg Emma's eye...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Indianapolis, IN, USA. ADN-616636. Beans - Pug / Chihuahua (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Beans
Pug
Beans - Pug / Chihuahua (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug / Chihuahua (short coat). Bean is a 7 year old Pug mix, who weighs 13 pounds. Beans is likely a Chug, Chihuahua and Pug, who found himself unable to move his...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Indianapolis, IN, USA. ADN-616719. Herbie - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Herbie
Pug
Herbie - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). More info coming. Senior male, likely vision impaired/deaf.
Pug Dog for Adoption near Indianapolis, IN, USA. ADN-616827. Pugsly - Pug Dog For Adoption
Pugsly
Pug
Pugsly - Pug Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug. Pugsly is a 6-7 year old male pug and ready for his furever home. He is a champion lap dog and loves to nap the day away...can't say we blame...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Farmington, MI, USA. ADN-617221. Dixie - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
Dixie
Pug
Dixie - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). MEDICAL HOLD Dixie was rescued along with her 2 sisters and a brother from a woman who had fallen on hard times. She is almost 3 years old and had...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Von Ormy, TX, USA. ADN-608749. Clover JHTP - Pug / Beagle Dog For Adoption
Clover JHTP
Pug
Clover JHTP - Pug / Beagle Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug / Beagle. THANK YOU for wanting a RESCUED DOG/PUP!!!! THEIR LIVES DEPEND ON IT!!! .yourtxrescueconnection Have you ever found a REAL four leaf Clover???...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Indianapolis, IN, USA. ADN-601883. Cecilia (aka Fries) - Pug Dog For Adoption
Cecilia (aka Fries)
Pug
Cecilia (aka Fries) - Pug Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug. Cecilia and Theo are a pair of bonded, senior pugs, about 13 years old. They are both very friendly and wonderful with our 3 other dogs. They love to cuddle...
Pug Dog for Adoption near Indianapolis, IN, USA. ADN-582129. Lucy - Pug Dog For Adoption
Lucy
Pug
Lucy - Pug Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Pug. More information coming soon!
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