Pug

Animal welfare relevant breed

Life expectancy

12 years

Age adult

10 months

Height (Shoulder height)

28 cm

Weight

7 kg

Coat texture

short-haired / smooth

Coat color

black, apricot, beige, silver-grey

Common illnesses

dysplasia of the hip joint / patellar dislocation / eye diseases / ear diseases / respiratory problems / allergies / soft palate disorders/ degeneration / tracheal collapse / enropion / sensitive to heat / heart diseases / skin diseases / adiposity / cystitis / kidney stones / Breeding relevant to animal welfare / wedge-shaped vertebra / May-Hegglin anomaly / pyruvate kinase deficiency

Food expenses per month in €

about € 23

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather not

First dog suitable

Rather yes

Allergy friendly

Rather not

Athletic

less atletic

Attention

Needs more attention

Care and grooming

Medium grooming effort

Eager to learn

Low

Exercise

Needs less exercise

Nature

happy / stubborn / funny / attentive / charming

Bred for

preferred by aristocracy, companion dog

Common illnesses

dysplasia of the hip joint / patellar dislocation / eye diseases / ear diseases / respiratory problems / allergies / soft palate disorders/ degeneration / tracheal collapse / enropion / sensitive to heat / heart diseases / skin diseases / adiposity / cystitis / kidney stones / Breeding relevant to animal welfare / wedge-shaped vertebra / May-Hegglin anomaly / pyruvate kinase deficiency

Dog type according to FCI

companion and toy dogs

FCI description

Dogs of this group were not bred to fulfill a certain function (hunting, hating, ...), but to be a good companion for humans. They look very different, also character-wise they vary strongly. Many are self-confident, social and lovable. With loving education and enough species-appropriate occupation, you can find here a pleasant and faithful companion in the everyday life, who can adapt mostly well.

Short description

The Pug has a loving character and is very attached to his owner. Unfortunately, he cannot really dissipate his energy, as he has breathing problems due to breeding related illnesses. Consequently, now breeders try to breed for a longer snout. The Pug's coat is very easy to clean, but ears, eyes and skin folds need regular cleaning.

This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.