Characteristics Of Pugs

About 20 years ago I was walking down the street in Vancouver’s “West End” when I came upon a lady standing outside a store with a little fawn dog. I stopped and asked the lady what kind of dog it was and she replied the breed was “Pug” and the pug’s name was “Rosie”. At that moment, I fell in love with the breed instantly and knew one day I would have a pug and I would call her “Daisey”. Pugs originate from China, but were brought to England by wealthy Dutch merchants in the 16th century. The facial characteristics of a pug are their small round head with turned-up nose and wide set eyes. Small soft ears that face forward, curly tail, and stocky, small body and legs with a predominate chest. Pugs have a beautiful smooth, silky coat, and come in three colors fawn, apricot, and black. Unfortunately,
Pugs have an unusually cute appearance, and wonderful temperament. Pugs are true companions and very loyal to their owners. Pugs can be quiet and docile, but also vivacious and teasing depending on the owner's mood. Although strong willed and opinionated pugs are rarely aggressive. Their personality makes a perfect dog for a family with children of all ages. They are very tolerant and strong enough to romp and play, their comical antics and endearing personality is the one personality trait most Pug owners love in their Pugs. They have big expressive monkey eyes and when someone talks to them they tilt their head to one side. When they sit, they may take a Buddha stance. Pugs do however have some traits which they could do without. These include excessive licking, annoying barking, food aggression, and flatulence. Pugs have unique personalities, for example they love food, especially treats of any type. Our pug Daisey loves her beer and potato chips, it must be the English in her. Our three girls love being around people and being the centre of