Read About AKC Chinese Pugs

AKC Chinese Pugs are cute, fun, and intelligent dogs that make a great family companion. Here's everything you need to know about this dog breed.

AKC Chinese Pugs - Facts

1. AKC Group:

   The Pug is in the toy group.

2. Size & Weight:

   They are 10 to 14 inches tall and 13 to 20 pounds.

3. Coat:

   Their coats should be smooth, soft, glossy, short, and fine, but not wooly.

4. Head & Muzzle:

   The Pugs head is round and large in size. The ears are soft, thin, and black in color with a velvety feel. They have a short muzzle that is black in color.

5. Body:

   Their body is thick and compact in size with a tightly curled tail.

6. Colors:

   The Pugs colors are black, silver, and apricot-fawn.

7. Life Expectancy:

   Their life span is 12 to 15 years.

8. Popularity:

   The Pugs are a quite popular breed.

9. Habitat:

   A Pug will do well in an apartment. Never leave your Pug outside in the hot weather, they can overheat extremely easily.

AKC Chinese Pugs - Origins

1. Country of Origin:

   The Pug is said to have originated from China. there is some speculation about where it descended from, but most agree that it did come from China.

2. Lineage:

   The lineage of the Pug is very controversial. Some say they originated from the Pekingese, others say a small Bull Dog, and some say from the French Mastiff.

3. Date Admitted to AKC:

   They were admitted in 1885.

4. Historical Information:

   The Pug is one of the oldest breed of dogs. They say the Pug was around before 400 B.C.

AKC Chinese Pugs - Defining Characteristics

1. Training Ease:

   Pugs are very intelligent and train easily.

2. Temperament:

   They are perky, loving, rambunctious, playful, charming, clever, mischievous, and somewhat willful.

3. Child Friendly:

   Pugs are great for any age child.

4. Behavior:

   Pugs tend to get very jealous if their owners are not paying attention to them. Make sure you can devote quite a bit of time to this breed.

5. Habits:

   They tend to be good watchdogs.

AKC Chinese Pugs- Concerns

1. Health Issues:

   Pugs can have skin problems, breathing problems, allergies, epilepsy, wheezing and do not do well in hot or cold weather.

2. Feeding:

   Feed your Pug a strict diet, they tend to gain weight excessively.

3. Exercise Needs:

   Pugs do not require much exercise at all.

4. Grooming Needs:

   brush, comb, and bathe as needed. After bathing make sure you dry them quickly so they do not catch a cold. Their wrinkles in their face need to be cleaned weekly.

5. Special Household Needs:

   There are no apparent household needs for Pugs.

6. Travel Needs:

   Pugs like to travel. It is advisable when traveling to have a dog crate or a dog car seat.

7. Getting Along With Other Pets:

   Pugs get along with most household pets.

AKC Chinese Pugs - How to Choose

1. What to Look for in a Healthy Puppy:

   Look for a shiny coat, perky eyes, playfulness and ask to see the parents veterinary records to see the health of the parents.

2. What you will Need for a New Puppy:

   You need grooming supplies, dog dishes, food, dog chew and treats, toys, a leash and collar, a bed and a dog crate.

3. Puppy-Proofing your House:

   Make sure you keep small and poisonous items up out of reach.

4. How to Make your New Puppy Feel at Home:

   It is important to interact and engage with your Pug daily.