Country of Origin: China.

Coat: Consists of short hairs. Colors can be black, beige, or silver. Must have a black mask.

Character: Easy-going and straightforward, Pugs are sociable, intelligent and calm.

Temperament: This dog gets along well with children, other dogs, and any household pets. It may get jealous if its owner ignores it.

Care: Loose hairs should be removed periodically with a rubber brush. Special lotion needs to be applied to the facial creases.

Training: It is necessary to be gentle when training this breed, as they are very sensitive to the tone of your voice.

Activity: Pugs love to romp and play outdoors, provided the waether is good. Always make sure they have a cool place to spend the day if it is hot outside.

Pug Description : The name Pug is derived from the Latin word meaning "clenched fist." And that description fits their appearance very well. They are short and stocky, muscular with a wide chest, straight, very strong front legs and well-muscled hind legs. Their personality includes perky, affectionate, playful, clever and a bit on the mischievous and willful side. When communicating with humans they make a grunting nasal noise, similar to a pig.