The Pug - the Comedian Among Four-Legged Friends
The affectionate little four-legged friend is gaining more and more popularity - and he comes in various sizes and colors. Prototype lap dog? We believe there's more to this furry nose!
What to expect if you want to enrich your family with a pug, you will find out here.
The Pug in Portrait
Origin: China
Size: 25-36 cm
Weight: 8-10 kg
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
Character: affectionate, charming, clingy, playful
Character and Nature
The nature of the pug radiates a lot of warmth and affection. He accepts every person almost unconditionally and embraces them in his big heart. It's no coincidence that he can also be found in history immortalized in numerous works of art: The pug is a true classic. No wonder - with his wit and humor, he brings a smile to everyone's face.
With his relaxed nature, he manages to bring calm into the house and is always happy to participate in family life. The current image of the snorting pug is by no means characteristic: Until a few years ago, pugs with their longer heads had little to no breathing problems, which is why responsible breeding should be closely monitored here.
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Training and Care
Not too long ago, the pug was extremely robust, always up for fun, and had a high life expectancy. Due to the breeding of the short snout, almost every pug now has severe breathing problems, which affect their care. Thus, the pug can sometimes only cover shorter distances and gets out of breath more quickly.
With dogs from unreliable breeders, it is more likely that a trip to the vet and thus high costs are on the agenda. Good breeders advocate for longer snouts and free airways, which is why we would like to emphasize the importance of good research here.
Due to his size and calmness, the pug is suitable for apartment living - whether villa or studio, it doesn't matter to the four-legged friend as long as he receives enough love and attention. With consistent training from puppy age, the pug will be a loyal companion by your side.
