Other Names
Mops, Carlin, Chinese Pug, Lo-sze |
Origin
China, 1600's
The pug first appeared in the United States around the ninteenth century |
Use
This breed today is used as a companian |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13-15 years of age |
Weight & Height
14 to 18 pounds & 10 to 11 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
May have breathing difficulties and do tend to snore when sleeping, Deformities of the mouth and nose. Eye and eyelid problems. Heatstroke. Hip dysplasia, Legg-Perthes disease, Luxating patellas, Pug dog encephalitis |
Physical Description
Square, short and stocky dog with straignt legs. The head is large and round with a heavily wrinkled forehead. The muzzle is short and wide with an underbite. The eyes are large and prominent and set wide apart. They have small rose or button ears and the tail is slightly curled |
Temperment
Pugs are loving, affectionate dogs that are good with clildren and their families.. They are very independent and may be difficult to train at times, but they are eager to please |
Living Conditions
Pugs will do ok living in an apartment or in the city.. |
Grooming
needs to be brushed at least 2-3 times a week because they do shed alot.. Their eyes also need to be cleaned at least twice a week.. |
Exercise
Low Activity Level. Needs to be exercise some to keep them from becoming overweight |
Coat Texture
Short, single coat with smooth and glossy hair. |
Coat Colors
Black, Fawn, Silver |
Puppies
2-5 pups per litter, usually delivered with great difficulty and may require a c-section |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club |
