This is my Pug Juno
The Pug is a small, stocky, square and affectionate moreover a
funny dog. The round head is massive with a short, blunt, square-shaped muzzle.
Moles on the cheeks are considered beauty spots. The teeth meet in a slight
undershot bite. The very large, prominent eyes are dark. The small, thin ears
are either rose or button shaped. The face has large, deep wrinkles. The
high-set tail is curled over the back and a double curl is preferred in the
show ring. Dewclaws are usually removed. The short coat is soft, fine and
smooth. Most of the pugs coat colors comes in apricot, fawn, black and silver.
The Pug is keen, with a positive and joyful attitude. Animated,
peppy and spirited, it is loyal, loving and affectionate with its family.
Playful, lively and rambunctious, it is sure to keep you laughing. Highly
intelligent, it bores easily without variety in its training. These dogs can be
a bit willful if they sense they are stronger minded than the humans around them. Pugs are sensitive to the tone of your
voice, so harsh punishment is unnecessary. They need an owner who is calm,
yet firm, confident and consistent
with the rules. This dog is neither excitable nor
dull. They are good watchdogs, very devoted and are not yawners Pugs
get along well with other dogs and pets, and they behave impeccably with both
children and visitors. Be sure to be your Pug's pack leader. Pugs that do not
have strong human leaders can become jealous, and begin to display guarding
behaviors, such as guarding furniture,
food, toys, or other spots in the house. This behavior only happens when dogs
are allowed to take over. These behaviors can be corrected when the owners
start displaying the proper leadership. Dogs that
feel they need to run the home are not as happy as dogs that know they are the
human’s followers, as it is very stressful for a dog to need to keep
"its" humans in line.
The Pug is good for apartment life. It is relatively inactive
indoors and will do okay without a yard. Cannot withstand hot or cold weather
and should be kept indoors at a comfortable temperature. Pugs are strong dogs
with short, straight legs. They need to be taken on daily walks. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel
beside or behind the person holding the lead, as instinct tells a dog the
leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. They enjoy
energetic games and will keep in better health if given regular exercise. But
be careful not to overdo it, especially if you see them start to wheeze. The
smooth, short haired coat is easy to groom. Brush and comb with a
firm bristle brush and shampoo only when necessary. Dry thoroughly after a bath
so the dog does not get chilled. The creases on the face must be cleaned
regularly. This breed is a seasonally heavy shedder.
The Pug is one of the oldest breeds known today, believed to have
originated before 400 BC. There is somewhat of a debate over the origin of the
Pug. Most researchers agree that the Pug originated from Asia.
