Pug Puppies Blog

One can quickly identify a Pug when one sees it. They are short and stocky with a flat face and muzzle with round, bulging dark eyes and wrinkled brow that gives it a concerned expression. Ears are folded down and have coats that are soft and colored silver, black, fawn and apricot. They are usually 14 to 20 pounds and 12 to 14 inches in height.

If one would like to buy a Pug, familiarization is important especially with the breed standard which should reflect the dog meaning it is genuine and of quality. Only reading short entries online will just give a snap shot of the dog but never the full picture. After understanding what to look for, one can start visiting breeders. But be aware of sneaky non-quality breeders who are out to fool uneducated or uninformed buyers. Read the rest of this entry »

Is this tiny Pug pup angry or shy? One thing is sure. He is so cute!

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

Who said dogs don’t sit like humans? Just look at this cute Pug pup to see they do!

The lovable Pug is prone to several diseases such as dry eyes, when tear production is too little causing the eyes to look dull and red.  Mange which are mites that may trigger an allergic reaction, encephalitis that may cause seizures due to brain swelling and hip dysplasia that affect the hip and joints which can be painful. Here are some tips to determine if the Pug is indeed sick.

Checking their temperature is a sure shot way for the normal range is 101-102 degrees Fahrenheit. Gentle administer in the rectal and if there is indication of fever, take them to the vet. If any unusual odors emanate from the ears or mouth, there may be an infection on the rise. Excessive fluid discharge from the ears, eyes, nose or mouth like drooling is another telltale sign. As canine companions give owners comfort and love, reciprocity should always be present.

A good night’s sleep is something that everyone desires to have to relieve stress and leave all the pains of the day behind. However the horrible obstruction of airflow from the passage ways can result in the most annoying sleep destroyer: the snore. Snoring can definitely tire one out by trying to block or stop the snorts by any means possible. People who are interested in having a Pug for a companion had better be ready for the consequences of losing sleep.

Pugs are known to be heavy snorers. They snort, wheeze and snaffle often. At times they can be mistaken for people. They snore not because of any illness but due to the anatomical construction of their muzzles that are small and flat and mucus clogs the airways. One can try nudging the Pug or having it change position but this may result in waking the dog up. Other than that, maybe a good set of earplugs are the best bet.

Save money on vet bills! Do the basic health check yourself.

Dogs have become such an important part of our society, that the need for them to fit in well with other human beings and not pose a threat or a disturbance is critical to their long term acceptance by our neighbors and others around us. Not all people are dog lovers and to make sure that they’re not inconvenienced by our pets, training is essential. Training dogs is a specialized skill since the key difficulty lies in how to communicate efficiently with them.

All training of dogs is a repetition of the basic principle of reward and punishment in various forms and combinations. Communication of these signals is the key to proper training. One very important thing to remember is consistency of signals. The reliability of the training depends on how well a dog is able to be sure of what your signals mean.

It must also be mentioned that different dog breeds take to training differently. Dogs like the iconic German Shepherd are very easily trained due to their high intelligence. Another important factor is the emotional state of the dog. A dog that is frightened, anxious, or insecure doesn’t train well and this reflects the importance of factors like proper socialization of puppies.

A lot of studies have shown that proper puppy socialization goes a long way towards ensuring a good temperament and receptivity towards training. Lots of handling, petting and generally being around humans in their everyday life goes a long way towards making a dog well behaved and easy to train.

Training Pug puppies should not begin too early however, as there is evidence to show that before a certain age, the brains of puppies are not significantly developed enough to process complex learning.

Professional dog trainers are best when it comes to training your Pug as they will ensure that the proper habits are set for life, including how to behave around strangers. For the safety of your Pug, it is your duty as an owner to ensure that he or she is well trained.

Want to solve your dog’s behavioral problems?

Secrets to Dog Training covers all aspects of dog training, including behavioral issues that can ruin the relationship between dog and owner. If you have ever tried to train a dog, you know from experience what a challenge it can be. Here is what’s inside Secrets to Dog Training to help you avoid all the frustration and pain usually associated with training a dog yourself. Among many others, you will learn how to:

• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harrassed.

Visit Secrets to Dog Training official website for more information.

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Don’t look at me like that!

A little Pug History through the ages…as seen through the eyes of the artist: Douglas Rickard.

I am always happy to find other pug blogs out there….where people not only showcase their pets, but give accounts of their daily adventures, and funny anecdotes. If you also have a pug blog, please let me know. I enjoy reading them..and seeing how your pug is growing and acting all pug-like < grin>.