I live in a 1000 sq. ft. house. I am at work about 40 hours a week. I would be able to walk my dog once a day. My kids (a teenager and one 18 yr. old) could groom the dog once a week. I have a relatively small backyard and need a dog that is not going to tear up the inside of my house. I am at work about 13 hours a day three days a week. I previously had a dog and it was far too high energy and tore up the house. It's OK for a dog to be energetic as long as it does not get destructive. With all of this information, would a pug be good for me?
2006-12-03 04:47:57 · 14 answers · asked by . 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
these dogs ar great there so asome i have u pug(smudge)and she just loves people mind you they do snore and there lazy around the day and at night when you get home or your kids get back from school is when they will be up 4 you to take them on a walk and one other thing if you do they cant take the cold so buy them a sweater they love that and just make them a mediam tep place to stay bring the day
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2006-12-03 06:40:24 · answer #1 · answered by alex c 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
found this:
A Pug is "a lot of dog in a small space." They are perky, rambunctious and loyal, affectionate and loving, with a happy disposition. They are playful and charming. Clever and mischievous - with a heart-winning personality. They can be a bit willful. Highly intelligent, it bores easily with repetitive training practices. Pugs are sensitive to the tone of your voice, so harsh punishment is unnecessary. The dog is neither excitable nor dull. They are good watchdogs, very devoted and are not yappers. Pugs get along well with other dogs and pets, and they behave impeccably with both children and visitors. Do not forget though, that they require lots of attention and become jealous if their owner ignores them.
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 catch colds easily and are stressed by hot and cold weather. They are prone to allergies and the short muzzle contributes to chronic breathing problems. (Pugs suffer from poor ventilation.) There is a chance of keratites (inflammation of the cornea) and ulcers on the cornea. The delicate eyes are prone to weeping. This breed tends to wheeze and snore, but on the whole is a very easy-care dog. Do not overfeed a Pug, as they will eat more than is good for them, quickly becoming obese and living much shorter lives. Prone to skin problems.
2006-12-03 12:56:13 · answer #2 · answered by ShaMayMay 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a pug and you will love it!! I work too and my pug is left alone. She will sleep a lot during the day (they tend to be lazy dogs). They dont need a lot of grooming since they are short haired dogs but they do shed some. A pug is so good with kids and likes to be next to you or follow you around the house. Enjoy!!!
2006-12-03 12:56:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
being a professional dog groomer i see a lot of different breeds. the pug is definitely a super high energy little dog and they require a lot of supervision. my advice to you is if you have your heart set on getting a pug, you'll need to crate train or otherwise limit the area the dog is allowed in when no one is available to keep an eye on it. a pug really should only be bathed once every four to six weeks. more than that can lead to serious skin conditions.
2006-12-03 12:58:39 · answer #4 · answered by llsnwtsn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It would be fine but of course you will need a kennel,small food and water bowls,etc.. Make sure your kids will be good to it and groom it and take care of it while you're at work. Take it out to go potty a lot uf you get it as a puppy.
LOL GOOD LUCK!!!!!
2006-12-03 12:57:25 · answer #5 · answered by Dawn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Should be. They are usually pretty laid back. My mom has one that is quite a handful though. She thinks she can do whatever she wants. She even tries to take on my two pit bulls. Just watch the puppy for a while b4 you get it to make sure it isn't really hyper. You can usually tell pretty quick.
2006-12-03 12:52:22 · answer #6 · answered by talarlo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can also consider a Boston Terrier. They are not "high energy" dogs and stay relatively small in size.
2006-12-03 13:11:38 · answer #7 · answered by dharmagirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pugs are sweet natured dogs and yes they make wonderful house pets, the only thing that we have found in pugs is they have respatory problems and its like when they get sick its hard for them to fight back. make sure that you give it lots and lots of inside tug toys, they love them
2006-12-03 12:56:14 · answer #8 · answered by sissy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would try a dog that is easy to pick up. Like an American Cocker Spaniel. You should also try a Yorkie or something small like that.
2006-12-03 13:13:04 · answer #9 · answered by lallallala 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A pug or a Shih tzu would work for you.
2006-12-03 12:49:38 · answer #10 · answered by Lanie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋