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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
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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 |
Pug Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Fawn Pug
$2,000
Beautiful fawn female or male pug. Healthy and a complete love bugs. Mom and dad are both on site. The price is firm and they will be ready 4/12. The pug will be CKC registered....
We Are Pregnant
$1,500
We’re pregnant!!! Puppies due at the end of April. Expecting black and fawn Pug puppies. Dad is AKC black and mom is AKC fawn. All puppies are $1,500 and will be raised with...
Pug puppies
$800
3 females fawn with black mask vet checked will be ready to go to new homes the 2nd week of October please contact me for more information 732-670-1688
PUGLIFE
$1,400
Born March 22nd, 2 MALES avail. Deposit of $400 thru Venmo. They will be ready for new homes end of May.
Female fawn pug puppies
$1,000
We have two full blooded female puppies available from the litter. We are located in Bluff city ,TN. Call or text 423-341-7803 for more information and pictures.
Onyx female pug
$1,699
Onyx is our adorable female AKC TOY Pug puppy. She is one of the friendliest dogs ever. She is the most playful one of the litter! Onyx comes with a one-year health warranty and...
Pug Puppies
$1,000
I have 7 Pug puppies that will be ready for their furever homes on April 12th. There are 5 boys and 2 girls available for adoption. Their DOB was February 12, 2020. We own both...
pug mix puppies
$625*
These healthy, friendly puppies are up to date on dewormer and vaccines. They have the pug's characteristic flat nose and curled tail. Both parents are on-site.
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Mushu - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). **This information is current - when you email you can rest assured we will email back within 24hrs., but usually within an hour of receiving your...
2020 - 7005 Pearl - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). Please contact Cathleen (cathleenpugrescuenc) for more information about this pet. Http:/.pugrescuenc/images/PRONC_Express.jpg Pearl is a 7.5...
MR. SAM - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug (short coat).
Randy *Applications Closed* - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? .muttloverescue/foster.html ***************** Randy is...
BB - Pug / Retriever Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug / Retriever. I know... I know... who wouldn't like this adorable pug face???? They think I'm pug/beagle mix and I'm a blast to have around. HOWEVER... I have...
Toasty - Pug / Labrador Retriever (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug / Labrador Retriever (short coat). Could this be your new best friend? Approx. Weight:16.50 lbs. Estimated DOB:10/3/2019 Arrival Date:12/18/2019 ...
Emma - Pug / Chihuahua Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug / Chihuahua. Hi! I'm Emma and I think I am just about the cutest thing around. I was at the shelter for a long time but I never gave up hope that someone would...
Harpo - Pug / Beagle Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug / Beagle. Harpo is a 6 year old, 16 lb beagle/pug mix. Red with some white. He was rescued from a shelter in late July. He's been friendly to people and...
Nikita - Pug (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Pug (short coat). Coming soon, stay tuned for more details Black female pug, senior Location: Indianapolis Donation: $225.00
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