Pug is a breed of dogs from Germany. Pugs live on average 12 to 15 years. The weight of an adult dog is 6-10 kg in a male and 6-8 kg in a female. Growth in an adult dog is in a male 30-36 cm and 25-30 cm in a female. Pugs are ideal for living in an apartment. Care for dogs of the Pug breed is not complicated, that's why they are well suited for beginning dog breeders.
Appearance of pugs
Pugs have a very memorable appearance: compact size, low, strong build, these little dogs have the good soul of a strong large dog in a small body.
Go pugs cheerfully and actively, while slightly swinging the back of the trunk. The walk is sure, alive. The tail is in the form of a tightly twisted ring.
The skin on the forehead of the pug is collected in multiple folds. The eyes are dark, large, wide open, shiny. The expression of the muzzle of a pug looks sad, causes pity and the desire to treat a piece of something tasty.
The wool of the pug is short and shiny, usually beige or black.
The Pug's Character
Pugs are very good-natured dogs, like to play and have fun with their master, and especially with children. Although in comparison with other breeds pugs keep activity for a shorter period of time. They like to rest more often than other breeds, they love to be lazy. Often a pug can be seen asleep or just lying next to the owner on the couch or alone.
Kind and affectionate pugs are ideal for inexperienced owners. They have all the qualities to become the first pet in the family: Pugs are easy to educate, they are undemanding in care, do not need increased attention from the owners.
Nevertheless, the pug needs some care in order to prevent the occurrence of diseases to which pugs are especially located. If you are a very busy person, do not have the opportunity to give your pet enough time - prefer a more unpretentious breed.
Pugs for elderly people will be perfect, because pugs are quiet, calm in communication, are distinguished by a balanced temperament and friendliness.
Representatives of the pug breed are reasonable dogs, which are well-trained. The process of education and training of pugs is not difficult, despite the sometimes manifested stubbornness.
Pugs - loyal friends, while the owner of the house, are constantly next to him, follow. Pugs are always happy to support all the beginnings of the owner - with pleasure they will play, if you offer, and decide to lie down - the pug will be happy!
Pugs are very fond of getting attention. If the pug is your only dog, then she will like it. If you pay attention to someone else, except for it - the dog can be jealous. Pugs are sociable and like to play with every member of the family, although the preference is given to those who most give them attention and affection.
Children and pugs are a great combination. They get along very well with each other. Pugs have patience, so necessary with children. Pugs like the playfulness and gaiety of children. Pugs are very curious by nature, so it's better to look after the dog.
Do not feed the pugs, responding to every request to treat her with an extra tidbit. This threatens to turn a pug into a pathological beggar, given that against the pitiful look of a pug little will any host be able to resist.
Pugs do not tolerate loneliness, are strongly attached to a person, even a short absence of the owner during the day for them to test. Any meeting even after a brief separation is a great joy for the pug! The characteristic behavior of this breed in such a situation is to walk on its hind legs, to squeal, lick the master, to strive to please by any means! With long departures, it is better to take the pug with you.
Pug: care
Care of dogs of this breed is divided into two main groups: care of folds of the muzzle and care of the coat.
Wool. It is more preferable to use a steel comb made of stainless steel. Combing should be done at least about once a week. Wool will have a well-groomed and cute appearance. Pugs strongly molt! His wool will fly throughout the apartment, like poplar fluff during the flowering period.
It is better to comb the pug as often as possible, optimally - every day. This will significantly reduce the amount of wool in the house. Many pugs like to be combed, problems with this procedure usually do not arise. The only thing you need to learn is to comb the hair properly in the direction of growth, lightly pressing on the comb.
The dog should be bathed. Carry out this procedure enough once a month, although it is not forbidden and more often, especially since pugs do not mind it. Pug's mode needs to be maintained taking into account the activity of the animal.
Folds. Any breed that has folds on the muzzle, requires very careful care of this place. During walks, the dog examines the grass, dust settles on the muzzle, while various contaminants accumulate in the folds. Such a huge number of bacteria should be removed, otherwise, folds can develop fungus or other infections, the dog will be unpleasant to smell. It is not difficult to treat these diseases, but it is better to carry out prophylaxis in time. To the procedure for care of folds, the dog should be trained as early as possible. A special, alcohol-free lotion is used to wipe the folds, applied to a cotton pad or swab. It is necessary to start the procedure under the eyes and further along the folds. The contaminated disk should be replaced with a clean one, until the next disk is clean. After cleansing the folds, the skin under the nose can be slightly covered with petroleum jelly. The procedure is carried out at least once a week.
It is required, like other breeds, to clean teeth, ears, and cut nails on their paws in a timely manner. In addition, for the health of pugs every day you need walks.
Diseases
- Obesity. Due to the low activity of the breed and the propensity to beg, pugs tend to gain excess weight.
- Infections of folds on the muzzle are solved by proper care.
- Addiction to gum disease due to too close position of the teeth to each other.
- Weak breathing apparatus, as a result of pugs are susceptible to respiratory diseases and various problems with the respiratory system. It makes sense not to overheat the pugs, limit the location on the street in hot weather. Also avoid stuffy rooms, walking the dog in cold and rainy weather.
- Some Pugs have a hereditary predisposition to encephalitis. The main signs of the disease are short-term loss of orientation, convulsions, then blindness, a coma that ends in a fatal outcome.
- Rarely do pugs suffer from epilepsy.
- It happens that some pugs in certain seasons suffer from allergies. There is an allergy in frequent sneezing, tearing of the eyes and similar symptoms.
- There is also a food allergy.