FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION: What's the difference between a Pug and a Chinese Pug?
ANSWER: Absolutely nothing. Pugs are known as Pug Dogs, Pugs, and
Chinese Pugs.

QUESTION: Do Pugs really snore?
ANSWER: In a word, yes. Almost every Pug snores, at least a little

QUESTION: Do Pugs shed? Yes, they certainly do. In my experience, fawns tend to shed more then blacks.

QUESTION: I don't want a dog in the house. Why can't Pugs stay out doors?
ANSWER: Pugs cannot tolerate high heat and humidity for very long. Dogs cool off by panting and their long
tongues and noses give them more cooling area. Pugs have virtually no cooling area for their bodies, so they can
(and will) literally over heat and possibly die soon if left outdoors in high heat and/or humidity.

QUESTION: Why do Pugs have flat faces and lots of wrinkles?
ANSWER: Because a long time ago someone decided that Pug faces should
be as flat as possible. The wrinkles are there because the Chinese
emperors wanted lucky symbols on the dogs foreheads, and wrinkles were
the best way to get them.

QUESTION: With all those wrinkles, what special care do Pug faces
need?
ANSWER: Care of wrinkles in Pugs varies, as some dogs are prone to
holding moisture in the wrinkles, while others do not. In general, wrinkle care is as simply as using a tissue or a
fragrance free baby wipe and wiping out the wrinkles on a weekly basis.

QUESTION: How much daily care do they actually require then?
ANSWER: Really not that much. On a weekly basis, you should brush
their coat, keep their faces clean and check their eyes for problems.
Must Pugs take about 20 minutes a week per dog. Monthly, you should
also trim their toe nails, and maybe give them a bath if they need it.
Many owners find using a shedding comb monthly greatly reduces the
amount of Pug hair on their clothes and carpets.

QUESTION: Which is better for just a pet - a male or a female Pug?
ANSWER: I feel that they both make perfect pets.

QUESTION: How long do Pugs normally live?
ANSWER: Being a small breed, healthy Pugs normally live from 12 to 14
years, but can live for many more.

QUESTION: Do Pugs make good watch dogs or guard dogs?
ANSWER: Not usually. Some pugs may alert you that someone is nearby by
barking gently (Pugs don't bark loudly, in general, because it's
muffled by the lips), but most Pugs are more interested in greeting
new people rather than scaring them off.

QUESTION: Do Pugs really like to dress up in costumes like I see in
all the pictures?
ANSWER: Actually, they usually do. Pugs are very extroverted dogs, and
do just about anything for a laugh from their people. If they discover
that wearing a costume makes you happy, they'll do it. If it gets them
laughter and applause, that's even better!

QUESTION: Will everyone tell me my Pug is "so ugly it's cute?"
ANSWER: Yes, probably many times. Some people just don't appreciate
the good looks of a nice pug.

AND FINALLY!
QUESTION: I visited a Pug breeder and seen the smallest sweetest pug, but they all looked unhealthy that I wanted
to take them all home and save them, what do I do?????
ANSWER: Never feel so sorry for a pup you want to buy it to remove it from its situation (including a Pet Shop).
Sadley enough, they are out there :( and you can get way over your head real fast financially and emotionally.

Do your homework. Ask several questions. Do not make rushed, impulsive or pressured decisions.

Remember, a puppy is a lifetime commitment

I have dedicated this page to questions
that many people have about Pugs!