Looking to find a home this pretty girl. She's very affectionate and loves nothing more th If you have an interest in the Pug, this is the site to visit. The Pug Dog Club of America is the American Kennel Club’s parent club for the Pug breed. No other club is authorized to represent the Pug with the AKC. Our members are active as caretakers, protectors and lovers of the breed, committed to a high standard of owning, caring for and/or breeding Pugs. As we expand our site with more information, we hope you will return again and again to read and learn more about this wonderful breed. A Pug’s character is unique in that he is a clown at heart with a terrific sense of humor but at the same time he carries himself with great dignity. They are not too delicate for fun and games. A Pug is anxious to please, anxious to learn and anxious to love. His biggest requirement is that you love him back.How much a Pug puppy costs mainly depends on 3 elements: 1) Geographic location –

2) Quality of the Dog - “Pet Quality” dogs, when bred correctly, are just as wonderful and loving as “Show Quality”. However, one should be aware of any faults of the dog that place that puppy into the category of “pet” and not “show”. Wooden Shutters For SaleThe breeder should have very solid answers for this. King Size Down Duvet SaleIt could be that the dog has faults that will not affect his or her health. Cheap Puma Basketball ShoesIf a Pug does not have “excellent’ conformation appearance, that dog may be labeled as a “pet” quality and will make a perfect pet. Sometimes one can clearly see faults on a puppy, such as mis-marks on the coat, incorrect bite and so forth. Other elements will not be apparent until the age of 1 to 2 years, and for this reason, it is wise to see the parents. 

One fault that you'll want to be very aware of is too flat of a face. Sometimes, but not always, a breeder will dub such a Pug a 'Chinese Pug', asking a higher price for a dog that is sure to suffer severe breathing problems and respiratory illness. 3) Supply VS Demand- The Cost of Buying a Retired, Adult Pug Breeders cannot always keep Pugs that are retired from their breeding program. Local laws that limit the number of dogs that may be kept on a property is often the reason that an adult may be sold once he or she has reached an age that pulls him/her from a program. In these cases, the Pug may sell for 1/2 to 1/3 the cost of puppies. Here are some of the items and expenses that one will have when owning Pugs for breeding: This will include everything from playpens, crates for traveling, doggie beds, toys and chews, food and water bowls, dental care products, grooming products including shampoo, conditioner, brushes, nail trimmers, cleaning supplies etc. If you need to feed a newborn (mother rejects puppy

or is experiencing trouble producing milk) you will need puppy milk replacement formula, syringes, bottles, etc. Below is a Guide to Help You Figure Out if You Can Afford the Cost of Ownership:Pug Breeders with Puppies for Sale The Pug can be somewhat sensitive to the tone of someone's voice, however recovers fairly quickly. Don't underestimate the size of this dog, he is very devoted and makes a good watchdog. This is a big dog in a small dogs body, making him very sturdy and very devoted. The Pug should never be timid, and should never show signs of aggression. He should always be friendly and playful.Does your Pug bark, howl, and cry whenever you leave the house? Grooming wise, the Pug does not require much maintenance. The muzzle area should be cleaned as this breed has the tendency to drool. Under the folds of skin should also be cleaned to avoid any dry or itchy skin. Bathing should only be performed when necessary, as it will remove the natural oils from the skin and coat.

The Pug can be willful at times but is eager to please. Making training fun will be sure to catch this dogs attention and keep it. A variety of training methods work best with the Pug, as they bore quickly. Making training fun will be sure to keep this dogs attention. This is one of the harder breeds to train, so consistency is a must. Obedience training at an early age is recommended to make training more efficient and easier at a later stage in life. There are several accepted methods of house training your new Pug puppy. Pugs are lively little dogs, however they are relatively active indoors and do well without a yard. This breed does love long walks, but proper water should always be provided as this breed is prone to breathing problems and tires quickly. This breed is excellent for an apartment environment. The Pug adapts well to many different environments, and will take as much exercise as provided. However, he has the tendency to overeat and become lazy, so exercise must be provided on a regular basis.

Get Matched with Pug Breeders using PuppyMatch Considering a Pug Puppy? Choose the RIGHT Pug Breeder and the RIGHT breed Pug may not be the right breed for you! Ask a QuestionAbout Pugs AnonymousWhat is a mini Pug? 1 CommentAnonymousThere is no such thing as a Miniature Pug. Pugs are a purebred dog and there is no other size for them. However, a breeder could breed the smallest of their stock to keep their adult dogs on the smaller side of the scale for this breed and call them Mini. But there is no actual breed that is called a Miniature Pug.AnonymousCan a pug mix be sold for $900 with papers? 1 CommentAnonymousNo mix breed dog will have papers. If the person is advertising the dogs as mixed with paper's, that is wrong as there is no registry for mixed breed dogs.AnonymousWhy are Pugs so expensive? 1 CommentAnonymousUnless you are a breeder, most people don't know how much work it takes to produce and raise a quality litter of puppies. Most reputable, responsible and qualified breeder's are not going to make a lot of money per litter.

They are breeding for the betterment of the breed, not for money. The price of puppies will be based on the pedigree of the puppies, how much work the breeder has put into producing and raising the puppies and where the breeder lives. Pug's have an average of 3 - 5 puppies, and so the breeder must price the puppies to off-set the costs of producing and raising the litter of healthy, happy puppies.AnonymousEveryone I meet says my Pugs are fat. Recently I was told by a breeder that some pugs can get up to 20-25 lbs. My girls are 7 and 8 years old and are on a senior dog food. Are some pugs really larger? They have different parents. 3 CommentsAnonymousThe breed standard for a Pug is between 10 - 18 lbs. However, it is possible for a Pug to be larger, but it is not within the breed standard so some bad breeding has gone on to allow a Pug to grow to that size and be considered healthy. Pug's pack on weight very easily as they tend to not be exercised as much as other breeds. Like any dog, you should be able to feel the ribs of your dog without having to put pressure on the sides of the dog.

If you have to put pressure to feel them, or can't feel them even then, then your dog is overweight. Senior dog food tends to have a lot of carbs in it. A grain-free dog food is for all life stages and is much healthier for your dogs. Your dogs will also lose weight if needed and maintain a good weight.AnonymousPugs can get up to 35lbs. My male is 30lbs but is not fat and my female is 18lbs. It depends on the parents as we have had 8 pups and the largest male is 28lbs and stocky like his dad. AnonymousI'm a breeder and my male is 25 lbs and my female is 15 lbs. My males father is 30 lbs+. My largest litter was 7. So there is really no standard. AnonymousMy parents are going through a complicated divorce and I really need someone that doesn't keep changing and that's why I want a puppy. A Pug would keep me company, give me a friend, a loved one that we can keep each other company but, I can't seem to convince my parents. Now that you know my story, do you have any idea or reasons that my parents could possibly say yes or at least rethink their decision?

1 CommentAnonymousDogs are creatures of habit and so if your parents said yes and you were to move back and forth between the houses every week or two weeks -- then the dog could become very confused and develop behavioral problems. However, the Pug breed was developed as a companion dog and they can be good travelers. The main thing to consider is who will be paying for the dog, the vet fees, food and training. If you are not old enough to get a job of your own, it may be best to wait until you can at least help pay for an animal. It may be hard for one or both your parents to find a home that allows pets as well, so let some time pass and see where you and they stand when things have calmed down. Pug Puppies For SaleNext Day Pets® provides the only safe and secure means of selecting and purchasing the perfect Pug puppy from the comfort of your home. Similar Toy Breed Dogs AffenpinscherHavaneseItalian GreyhoundPugShih TzuPapillonToy PoodleYorkshire Terrier - YorkieBrussels GriffonChinese Crested