Information About Pug Puppies

Pugs (also known as mops or Dutch pugs) have been popular pets for hundreds of years. It is unknown just how old the breed is, but it originated in China. According to "Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds," pugs were first brought to Europe around 1572 on ships from the Dutch East India Trading Company.

Size

Although there are puppies advertised as "teacup pugs," they are not a recognized breed and often are not purebred pugs. Pugs should only average about 10 to 12 lbs. and can put on weight quickly.

Color

Pugs usually come in black, fawn and black, or a silvery-gray coloring. Pugs very occasionally come in different colors such as brindle or white, but they are not allowed to be shown.

Noises

Because of the shape of their faces, pugs tend to snore, grunt and wheeze. They also reverse sneeze, which sounds like choking, but if the puppy is not experiencing any other symptoms, and the sound goes away in a couple of seconds, the puppy is fine.

Climate

Pugs must be kept indoors as they cannot tolerate extremes in heat, cold or moisture.

Wrinkles

Because of the construction of their faces, pug puppies cannot groom their own facial wrinkles. They need to be wiped clean every day or the puppies will get skin fold dermatitis.

References

• "Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds"; D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.; 2005
• Brindle Pugs
• Reverse Sneezing

Resources

• Pug Information and Pictures
• Pug Rescue Links for North America and Australia