Anyone have a pug?

Question

I would like to know any bad habits and if they really shed nonstop.
Thanks!

Answer 1

Pugs are VERY people oriented and you'll never be alone again. They go to the bathroom with you. They are under your feet when you walk around. They can snore very loudly. They tend to have eye problems because there's no nose to protect the eyes like there are in other breeds. Yes, they do shed a lot and what makes it worse is that the hairs themselves are either black (shows up on light colors) or fawn (shows up on dark colors) and long - 3/4" or longer. To minimize the shedding you really need to brush thoroughly at least once a week but it won't stop it.

You also need to think about the medical problems that come with that cute, smushed-in face: small nostrils and a long palate are pretty common, sometimes their baby teeth don't fall out and have to be removed, and of course they do NOT tolerate heat very well at all. Pugs are NOT out of door dogs, especially in the south in summer. They won't be able to run with the kids in the yard for long periods of time.

Be aware of problems with knees/patellas and elbows as well. They are great little dogs with personality plus! You won't find a breed that's more loving, but they are not watch dogs, they are not protection dogs. Most of all they are people dogs and normally love everyone. But they do require more maintenance than most people will tell you, between the daily work (eye and wrinkle cleaning), the weekly work (ears and brushing), the monthly work (nail trimming, anal glands) and any unexpected medical problems.

Answer 2

The breathing problems aren't from squished faces, it's from shortened breathing tubes connecting the nose to the lungs.
And this is a very real problem with both pugs and English Bulldogs.
Have a vet clear your pup before you buy him as there are other inherit diseases that pure breads are susceptible to!
But Pugs are darling pets that are quite loving and loyal.
They usually get along well with older children and most of the ones I have owned have been docile with other animals in the home.
Good Luck
And remember to spay or neuter your family pets as a kindness to their future!

Answer 3

Pugs often develope breathing problems, due to their squashed up faces. The ones I've come across all made a wheezing noise while breathing.

Answer 4

They shed, but it's not honestly as bad as it sounds like as long as you groom them well. They can be stubborn, and can be easily spoiled. However, they are adorable in personality. (: They have a lot of character. And they run funny.

Answer 5

I don't.