Facts About Pugs!

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. One of the great things
about pugs is their size. Pugs are small dogs, but their small size is deceptive, they pack a punch! Adult pugs
vary in weight from approximately 17 to 24 lbs -- the females on the lower end of the scale. An adult pug
is only about the size of a big cat.

They say that pugs are a big dog in a little package and it's true. They are not fru-fru dogs that are
delicate or require a lot of primping and preening. The pug is a great indoor dog, but don't be fooled
-- they love to romp around outdoors. But a word of caution: Pugs cannot stand excessive heat. Dogs
dissipate body heat through panting. But brachiocephalic (short-muzzled) dogs, because of their flat
faces and smaller noses, cannot dissipate heat as effectively. Pugs therefore have a tendency to overheat
and can become ill or even die from excessive heat exposure.