Picking the perfect pug
If you’re after a stocky little lifelong friend who loves to cuddle, sleep and play – then you’ve found your match with a pug! But if you need more convincing, consider these three all-important factors:
1. Their unique look
The cuteness factor when searching for your family pet is probably the first thing you’re looking for, among health status and overall affordability.
These quirky little angels are often quite small and compact, making them perfect for an apartment or smaller home. The pug is quite an expressive dog, complete with their signature face wrinkles and an inquisitive nature. If you want to stand out at the dog park, a pug is the dog for you!
2. Their friendly and easy-going nature
Pugs are extremely clingy and love to cuddle all day long. They are affectionate and have the excellent ability of being emotionally intuitive. They are the type of dogs who are fiercely loyal and love nothing more than to just to be with you. If you fancy a pet for company, then look no further.
Pugs are overall friendly, they love to socialise (with humans and other dogs alike!) and due to the natural shape of their mouths, are less likely to aggressively bite. For this reason, they are great with children. They are also quite intelligent, making house training and setting a good routine all that bit easier for the family.
3. They are relatively low maintenance
Being short-haired dogs, pugs are easy to keep clean and are a pleasure when it comes to a bath. While they do shed more than your average pet, it’s nothing a good quality vacuum cleaner can’t handle!
While your pug is a puppy, you will find they are the perfect companion for those longer walks, and as they age and get into a good routine, they will require less exercise. However, due to their ferocious appetites, it is in their best interest to keep those steps up and keep that cardio health in check.
These loveable little guys can be prone to breathing problems, so it is recommended to do your research and purchase through a breeder who specialises in brachycephalic dogs’ health.
Good luck, happy pugging and enjoy these photos of a very cute pug!