Fun loving and outgoing are just two of the characteristics
that have made Pugs a very popular breed. They can make great companions as
they love to socialize with just about anyone. It is still a very good idea to
pursue puppy classes and training to help harness some of their excitability.
Even though they are small, they can be mighty if they put their mind to it.
Sometimes they need a firm hand to get them back on track! That being said once
they are bonded to you they will love you forever!
Although they are compact dogs, they do have several issues
that prospective owners need to be aware of before committing to this breed.
One of the most obvious is that they have a brachycephalic face. This means
their nose is very short and their eyes tend to bulge when compared to other
dogs. Because of their more squished nose structure they can have difficulty
breathing especially when the weather is warm. They may also be loud when they
are sleeping. It is not uncommon for them to snore! With regards to their eyes
since they stick out it is more likely for trauma to occur to them. Breeds with
more prominent eyes also tend to be more likely to have what is called cherry
eye. This is were the sack the tear duct sits in actually protruded when it is
not supposed to. Surgery it typically necessary to correct this defect.
Some other considerations is that they are very prone to
obesity. Even thought hey are small they still need regular exercise as well as
diet control. It’s very hard to say no to those cute wrinkly faces but
sometimes it is for the best. Speaking of their wrinkles, those also need to be
kept dry or it is easy for infections and irritation to occur. One final health
consideration is due to the body structure, many female pugs will need a c
section to deliver their litter. It is important to be prepared for this if you
are considering breeding them.
Small in stature but mighty in personality, pugs tend to fit
in wherever they go. They make great companions and could be a good fit for
your family. For more information you can visit some these websites (
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