A Pug Dog

Choosing A Pug

The history of the Pug is quite intriguing, thanks to its somewhat mysterious nature. The history of the Pug origin traces right back to China, from ancient times. Pug genetics were dated back to the Han Dynasty, which took place around 206 BCE to 200 CE. Historians think that the Pug breed shares genetic traits with the Tibetan Mastiff, giving credence to the notion that the Pug was introduced to the Chinese culture via this route.

It is said that the earliest Pugs lived in the court of the emperors of China. These elite eared canine companions served as bodyguards and guards against theft. The courts also housed the smallest and most delicate of all, Pugs. The word for Pug in English is “Tibetan”, hence the name. The Chinese word for Pugs is “Pug”.

Historically, the short muzzle Pugs were deemed as “affective” dogs. These dogs were highly susceptible to barking whenever intruders entered the house. However, recent studies have proven that these Pugs are not only affectionate, but they possess a stronger will than their short-muzzle ancestors. A Pug dog will stand up to a 4-legged intruder if given the opportunity and will become a strong, protective presence in and out of the home.

While Pugs do have many of the desirable health conditions associated with most breeds, like short-muzzle and wrinkled skin, their health conditions are a bit unique.

A Pug’s short-muzzled face, wrinkles, and lack of ear tufts may often be seen as a negative aspect of this breed. However, it is important to realize that the majority of Pugs suffer from some form of health condition and that most of these issues can be corrected through careful maintenance. This article is going to briefly discuss some common health conditions a Pug may be vulnerable to.

Hair loss

A Pug does not shed as much fur like other breeds. However, a Pug that is a short-haired Pugs could easily lose up to fifty percent of its fur through shedding. It is recommended that pug owners regularly brush their pugs to keep the hair healthy and to cut down on hair loss.

Dog wobble

A Pug dog can often appear to wiggle when he walks or ambles. This is very similar to the wiggle you might make when your pet waves back and forth. A Pug normally has two toes that appear to wiggle, which look like the hands of a child. The names of these toes are Broom Drum and Wheezy. This cute wobble is caused by the stress and tension in the Pug’s spine and is very common among small breed Pugs.

Medical issues

One medical issue a Pug owner may run into is if his Pug develops an abnormal gait due to a short muzzle. This abnormal gait can make it difficult for the Pug to walk comfortably without some amount of help. An example of this problem is seen with a dog who stands on his hind legs instead of his front feet while walking. Some other examples of abnormal gait include a Pug that tends to wiggle its front legs when it walks, an A Pug that appears to shuffle its feet, or a Cocker that walks with one leg out in front. All of these abnormal gait patterns are normal for other breeds but should be discussed with a veterinarian.

Coat colors

One of the many factors a Pug owner may consider when selecting a breed is the coat color of his or her A Pug dogs. There are currently three known coat colors for Pugs, they are solid black, chocolate brown, and metallic silver. These three colors are considered classic and stylish and look great with almost any outfit. The only coat color that does not look good on all Pugs is platinum blond. This is a color most Pugs want to avoid since it is easily identified as belonging to another breed.