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Country of Origin
The Pug is also known as the 'Carlin', 'Mops' (the name of Marie Antoinette's Pug), or 'Chinese Pug'.
'Pug' derives either from the Latin for 'fist' (referring to the Pug face's resemblance to a clenched
fist) or the Old English 'Pugg' for 'playful little monkey' (deriving from 'Puck', as in Shakespeare's 'A
Midsummer Night's Dream'). Unlike other toy breeds, the Pug descends from mastiffs. It was
originally bred as an Emperor's pet in China during the Shang dynasty (1766-1122 B.C.) and became
a popular pet for Tibetan monks. Pugs were imported to Holland by the Dutch East Indies Trading
company, where one saved a Prince's life by barking at an assassin, and a Pug later accompanied
King William III of England on his journey to claim the throne. Napoleon Bonaparte's wife Josephine
had a Pug named Fortune, which she used to deliver messages to Napoleon while in prison in 1794,
and in the late 1800's Queen Victoria had many favored Pugs which she bred personally. In addition
to their extreme popularity as pets, Pugs served as guard dogs, scent hounds, and fashionable coach
footmen. In short, Pugs have done just about everything short of delivering the Gettysburg Address.
They were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885. Famous Pugs include 'Frank' from 'Men
in Black' and 'Odie the Talking Dog' from David Letterman, who won 'Top TV Moment of 2004' from
America Online. Size
The Pug has a shoulder height of 35 cm (14 in) and weighs about 7 kg (15 lbs). It has a large,
spherical head with big eyes, small 'rose' (folded toward the muzzle) or 'button' (folded at ninety
degrees) ears, slight underbite, deeply wrinkled forehead, and a distinctly short, square muzzle.
Pugs have a compact, muscular body with arched neck, deep chest, and tail curled tightly over the
back. Coat
The Pug has a glossy short haired coat which can be apricot, black, fawn, or silver. All have a black
mask. Pugs are an average shedder, but shed year round. Fawn Pugs have a double coat and are
especially notorious shedders. Special shampoos or regular grooming can be used to control
shedding. Character
Pugs are easygoing, straightforward, sociable, intelligent and calm. The Latin phrase 'multum in
parvo' (much in little) is often used to describe the Pug's huge personality contained in a small body.
Temperament
The Pug gets along well with children, other dogs, and any household pets. It has a high socialization
requirement and may get jealous if ignored by its owner. Pugs are lovable lap dogs who like to stick
close to their owner's side. Most Pugs wheeze or snore. Care
The Pug should have loose hairs removed periodically with a rubber brush. A special lotion must be
applied to the facial creases. The shape of the Pug's face makes it susceptible to eye injuries and
scratched corneas, as well as breathing difficulties. Pugs are also susceptible to obesity, which
makes exercise and a healthy diet important. The Pug has difficulty dissipating heat and should
never be left outside in hot weather or locked in a car without air conditioning. The Pug is also prone
to breed-specific Encephalitis known as (PDE). The Pug may 'reverse sneeze', which is a fit of
gasping and snorting to remove fluid caught under the palate. This is not dangerous, but may
frighten the Pug and its owner; it should be handled by talking to the Pug calmly and gently rubbing
its throat. The Pug has a lifespan of 12-15 years. Training
2. It is necessary to be gentle when training the Pug, as it is very sensitive to the tone of is master's
voice. Pugs are sometimes stubborn but do well with obedience training. Activity
Pugs love to romp and play outdoors, provided the weather is good. Always make sure they have a
cool place to spend the day if it is hot outside. The Pug is well suited to apartment life.
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