Is a Pug a good dog for me and my family?

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• Created on 03-28-2022

If you aren’t a super active family, then a Pug is probably a good dog for you and your family.

Pugs are most well-known for their distinctive tawny fur and black mouth. While the most common coloring is fawn, Pugs are also bred in black as well. They are a brachycephalic breed, meaning they have a flat face (which may lead to breathing problems down the road); for this reason, you should never take your Pug on a run or for extended exercise.

Because of the flat face, a pug’s eyes protrude out from his face, giving him a slightly bug-eyed appearance. A well-bred Pug has a slight underbite, and his tongue lolls out from a mouth that is too small to hold it, adding to his comical facial expressions. When he cocks his head at you with that signature Pug face, you can’t resist it!

The entire look is finished off with a tail that curls up onto the dog’s back; you might even get a double curl if you are lucky! Pugs are a toy breed, meaning at adulthood, they stand 10-13 inches tall and should maintain a healthy weight of 14-18 pounds.

My Pup Central has a large variety of dog breeds and puppies to choose from. Many breeders require a deposit to hold a particular puppy so if you find one you love, then get your deposit made as you plan for your new pup’s arrival.

 Personality

Pleasant and friendly to everyone around them, Pugs are perfect all-around companions for everyday life. Originally bred as lapdogs, a pug lives for attention and loves to give it right back. Good with kids and outgoing with new people, the Pug doesn’t make a good guard dog but will bark enough to be an average watchdog.

Pugs can sleep up to 14 hours a day. Leave them alone for too long though, and they’ll soon be sad and destructive. This dorky little charmer is eager to please and very food motivated.

Pugs are super easy to train.

Training provides the perfect outlet to nurture a fun relationship between dog and owner. Chilling and spending time with their human is a Pug’s favorite thing to do so don’t worry about having to keep them super entertained.

Your pug will want to be involved in every aspect of your life; expect your pooch to ask for cuddles in bed every night…just be prepared for the snoring!

Exercise

Pugs do not need a lot of exercise, especially considering their flat faces can make it difficult to breathe. They also tend to be negatively affected by the heat and the cold. So yes, plan outdoor activities around maintaining your Pug’s temperature comfortability.

If you live in a climate zone with drastic temperature variances or high humidity, always be sure to monitor any outdoor time your Pug has and make sure he isn’t overheating or freezing.

This dog is not built for a lot of active exercise. The Pug desires a sedentary lifestyle (note: if you are looking for a companion to go on runs and hikes with you, the Pug is probably not for you). Less than an hour of exercise a day (which can certainly include playing with children) is more than enough for your pooch.

If there are children playing with your pug, just remind them to be careful of his eyes since they protrude and don’t have good protection.

My Pup Central is the place to find great pugs as well as many other breeds. Go check out the well-socialized, healthy pups listed here.