Pugs

by Natalia V. and Mikaila T.

Pug

Physical Appearance

Their smooth and glossy coats can be fawn, apricot fawn, silver fawn, or black. Pugs are the types of dogs who shred a lot. To keep your pug in a good coat condition, you need it to be groomed weekly.

Personality

Pug's personality is very positive and happy, they can be very loyal and affectionate. They are an ideal breed for a house dog. However they can be quite stubborn, but they will normally pay attention to you. Pugs normally get along with other dogs and even children. They enjoy company and are good companion dogs.

Living With Pugs

Pugs are normally calm and friendly at home. They are not the type of dogs that chew and destroy furniture. When people knock they are not the type of dogs who bark at them in alarm, they will rather greet them with a wagging tail.

Taking Care Of Your Pet Pug

Pugs regularly need daily grooming, Their face wrinkles hold dirt, dust, and food. If you don't clean his face wrinkles, He will develop a fungal infection. Use a paper towel to make sure his face wrinkles are dry. Pugs only require minimal exercise. They shed, but brushing them weekly can help control it. Pugs are prone to major health problems like Pug Dog Encephalitis. There are also other minor diseases like, Legg-Perthes, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, and obesity.

Conclusion

In conclusion pugs are normally good pets, and aren't very hard to take care of. There are many cons to the breed, like major and minor diseases. They are the ideal pet for a small house. Pugs are overall good house pets and companions.