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PrincessDiana · 02-19-2008, 09:25 PM

I think this has probably been posted already, but does anybody here own a Pug? I promised my boyfriend that after Franklin, he could get his own dog... a man-dog, if you will. The only condition is that it was small(er) and got along with Franklin well. We really like Pugs... we think they're adorable. Do any of you have Pugs and do they get along with your Yorkies?

Also, can you tell me more about Pugs, as far as personality, maintenance, size.. things like that? Just general breed info. would be appreciated.

Thanks!

yorkie69 · 02-20-2008, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by PrincessDiana

I think this has probably been posted already, but does anybody here own a Pug? I promised my boyfriend that after Franklin, he could get his own dog... a man-dog, if you will. The only condition is that it was small(er) and got along with Franklin well. We really like Pugs... we think they're adorable. Do any of you have Pugs and do they get along with your Yorkies?

Also, can you tell me more about Pugs, as far as personality, maintenance, size.. things like that? Just general breed info. would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Pugs are the most adorable, affectionate, cuddly breed ....after yorkies of course!! I owned a pug for 7 years (sadly he died under anestesia by an incompetent vet

) They want to be included in the family and need your presence and affection a lot, my percy got along perfectly fine with my older pekinese so I am assuming they should do fine with a yorkie too. As far as health problems watch out for genetic issues (like in any breed) and in the summer they do not like the heat much, but in general they tend to be quite healthy. On a funny note...they snore!! The only negative thing I can think of is that they do shed a lot but you can improve that with lots of brushing. Overall a great loving dog, I would buy one right now but my son has allergies and we were afraid that he may have a bad reaction to it because of the hair loss. Hope this helps

ARCHIE · 02-20-2008, 07:50 AM

My daughter has a Pug, Harley.
He and Buddy get along just fine. Pug's are a wonderful breed.
They are not high maintenance like a Yorkie. Great with children also.
Easy to please and ready to eat at all times.

JCarlson2004 · 02-20-2008, 08:03 AM

I have a friend who has 2 Pugs, Diasy and Mugsy. They are ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE and so loving!! Mugsy, in particular, is very special. He actually SITS on his tooshy lolol It just cracks me up!

I would LOVE to get a Pug but they shed and Jim and I are allergic.

I'm soooo sad because I would love to own a Pug one day but I don't think it will ever happen for us.

If you and your boyfriend are ok with shedding breeds and don't have bad allergies, then I would totally get one as they are very loving and playful!!

cemclm · 02-20-2008, 08:41 AM

I have 2 pugs 1 fawn male almost 2 and 1 black female 10 weeks they are love bugs

kosoma · 02-20-2008, 08:45 AM

Ditto on the shedding....I own two Pugs, and love, love, love them. My parents have Yorkies, which I love also and will one day have one or two, just no more room right now. My pugs visit the Yorkies all the time, and get along great--although I am careful to let them play with Yorkies 5 lbs.+ just to be safe.

Besides the shedding, the other BIG issue is that you MUST be prepared to either keep them in air-conditioning during hot weather or watch them constantly to make sure they are not too hot. This is a serious issue, many pugs have died from heat-stroke. I see you are in Norman, so your weather is like mine. Mine are outside a lot (they hate being inside all the time), but I watch them very closely. You have to make sure they have plenty of water, shade, and are not playing or running around in the heat. Heat-stroke can happen so quickly.

Once you are committed to providing them the care they need, and brushing often to reduce shedding, you are there. They will show you unconditional love, and are sooo cute (although some people think they are ugly, I cannot understand this). They snore when they sleep, and are great snugglers. Some do tend to overeat, so you may need to watch this. I will whisper this here, but pugs are actually my favorite breed of all. Feel free to pm me if you ever have questions I can help with.

Breny · 02-20-2008, 08:53 AM

I have a pug and her name is Lexie Lynne. She's 10 years old. She sheds, burps, farts, needs to have her nose wrinkles cleaned all the time, her tougne only comes out to one side, and she snores. I LOVE her to death!

Another thing you have to look out for are their eyes. Lexie has what looks could be cateracts starting

She's also had a couple eye injuries

kdlmon · 02-20-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by kosoma

Ditto on the shedding....I own two Pugs, and love, love, love them. My parents have Yorkies, which I love also and will one day have one or two, just no more room right now. My pugs visit the Yorkies all the time, and get along great--although I am careful to let them play with Yorkies 5 lbs.+ just to be safe.

Besides the shedding, the other BIG issue is that you MUST be prepared to either keep them in air-conditioning during hot weather or watch them constantly to make sure they are not too hot. This is a serious issue, many pugs have died from heat-stroke. I see you are in Norman, so your weather is like mine. Mine are outside a lot (they hate being inside all the time), but I watch them very closely. You have to make sure they have plenty of water, shade, and are not playing or running around in the heat. Heat-stroke can happen so quickly.

Once you are committed to providing them the care they need, and brushing often to reduce shedding, you are there. They will show you unconditional love, and are sooo cute (although some people think they are ugly, I cannot understand this). They snore when they sleep, and are great snugglers. Some do tend to overeat, so you may need to watch this. I will whisper this here, but pugs are actually my favorite breed of all. Feel free to pm me if you ever have questions I can help with.

My brother-in-law has a pug. They live in Arizona and the heat thing has been an issue. They have to be very careful that the pug doesn't become over-heated. Other than that he is great dog. He can be very naughty at times, he loves to steal bottle caps of any kind. But he has a great personality.

Amber1108 · 02-20-2008, 09:28 AM

I had 2 pugs before and they were wonderful. Good with other dogs and kids. They shed alot but other than that they are great. You just have to watch them around bigger dogs, I had a rescue at my home with my pug and they got along great but one time when they were playing the malamute hit my pugs head just right and her eye almost came out. I took her to the Animal ER and they fixed it but they said pugs are known for this, apparently if they are hit just right on their head it can cause they eyes to pop out. But anyway we loved our pugs very much and miss them alot!

Betty'sMom · 02-20-2008, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Breny

I have a pug and her name is Lexie Lynne. She's 10 years old. She sheds, burps, farts, needs to have her nose wrinkles cleaned all the time, her tougne only comes out to one side, and she snores. I LOVE her to death!

Another thing you have to look out for are their eyes. Lexie has what looks could be cateracts starting

She's also had a couple eye injuries

HAHAHAHAHA!!! You are too funny!

yorkiekist · 02-20-2008, 09:52 AM

I love Pugs!!!!!!!! They are a wonderful breed. They do have a few problems though. constant shedding
heat issues
eye problems
Pug Dog Encephalitus
LP
breathing/trachea issues

i am sure there are more. I had Pugs years ago. They were fun and so loving and comicle. You could always tell if a pug doesnt feel good: they uncurl there tail!
Please buy from a reputable breeder and ask about Pug dog Encephalitus!!!
It is a heart breaker!!!!!

Boosted Panda · 02-20-2008, 09:50 PM

I had a pugger. I loved him to death! I had to give im to a more loving family, at that time I could not take care of him. My best friend took him and hes happy as a lamb!

Pugs are high maint.

The shedding is what kills it for me. Jake shedded constantly and the hair is so course it sticks to everything. 3 years later I still have pug hair in my car.

Sugar's Mom · 02-21-2008, 04:39 AM

i have a big black beautiful Pug named Lucy. She is spayed and is actually my husbands baby. She tries to play with the yorkies when I let them out but can't do much because she is so fat. She eats, sleeps, farts, snores and sheds like crazy but is a crazy wonderful dog.

011011 · 02-21-2008, 07:47 AM

Pugs are adorable.Never had one but a lady in town has one and he is the cutest little thing..

Boosted Panda · 02-21-2008, 08:27 AM

OMG I forgot about the farts. They were horrendous!!!! The snoring was funny though...

02-19-2008, 09:25 PM	#1
PrincessDiana I ♥ Franklin & Maggie Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,068	Pugs? I think this has probably been posted already, but does anybody here own a Pug? I promised my boyfriend that after Franklin, he could get his own dog... a man-dog, if you will. The only condition is that it was small(er) and got along with Franklin well. We really like Pugs... we think they're adorable. Do any of you have Pugs and do they get along with your Yorkies? Also, can you tell me more about Pugs, as far as personality, maintenance, size.. things like that? Just general breed info. would be appreciated. Thanks! __________________ Diana , Mommy to Franklin, Maggie, Oliver, and Millie - RIP Piper

02-20-2008, 08:03 AM	#4
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	I have a friend who has 2 Pugs, Diasy and Mugsy. They are ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE and so loving!! Mugsy, in particular, is very special. He actually SITS on his tooshy lolol It just cracks me up! I would LOVE to get a Pug but they shed and Jim and I are allergic. I'm soooo sad because I would love to own a Pug one day but I don't think it will ever happen for us. If you and your boyfriend are ok with shedding breeds and don't have bad allergies, then I would totally get one as they are very loving and playful!! __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

02-20-2008, 08:53 AM	#7
Breny My Tiny Treasures Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: . Posts: 11,790 Blog Entries: 3	I have a pug and her name is Lexie Lynne. She's 10 years old. She sheds, burps, farts, needs to have her nose wrinkles cleaned all the time, her tougne only comes out to one side, and she snores. I LOVE her to death! Another thing you have to look out for are their eyes. Lexie has what looks could be cateracts starting She's also had a couple eye injuries __________________ http://Brenysbabies.com

02-20-2008, 07:50 AM	#3
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	My daughter has a Pug, Harley. He and Buddy get along just fine. Pug's are a wonderful breed. They are not high maintenance like a Yorkie. Great with children also. Easy to please and ready to eat at all times.

02-20-2008, 08:41 AM	#5
cemclm Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: nc Posts: 35	I have 2 pugs 1 fawn male almost 2 and 1 black female 10 weeks they are love bugs

02-20-2008, 08:45 AM	#6
kosoma Inactive Account Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 157	Ditto on the shedding....I own two Pugs, and love, love, love them. My parents have Yorkies, which I love also and will one day have one or two, just no more room right now. My pugs visit the Yorkies all the time, and get along great--although I am careful to let them play with Yorkies 5 lbs.+ just to be safe. Besides the shedding, the other BIG issue is that you MUST be prepared to either keep them in air-conditioning during hot weather or watch them constantly to make sure they are not too hot. This is a serious issue, many pugs have died from heat-stroke. I see you are in Norman, so your weather is like mine. Mine are outside a lot (they hate being inside all the time), but I watch them very closely. You have to make sure they have plenty of water, shade, and are not playing or running around in the heat. Heat-stroke can happen so quickly. Once you are committed to providing them the care they need, and brushing often to reduce shedding, you are there. They will show you unconditional love, and are sooo cute (although some people think they are ugly, I cannot understand this). They snore when they sleep, and are great snugglers. Some do tend to overeat, so you may need to watch this. I will whisper this here, but pugs are actually my favorite breed of all. Feel free to pm me if you ever have questions I can help with.

02-20-2008, 09:28 AM	#9
Amber1108 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 55	I had 2 pugs before and they were wonderful. Good with other dogs and kids. They shed alot but other than that they are great. You just have to watch them around bigger dogs, I had a rescue at my home with my pug and they got along great but one time when they were playing the malamute hit my pugs head just right and her eye almost came out. I took her to the Animal ER and they fixed it but they said pugs are known for this, apparently if they are hit just right on their head it can cause they eyes to pop out. But anyway we loved our pugs very much and miss them alot!

02-20-2008, 09:52 AM	#11
yorkiekist YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: HOT, HOT, HOT AZ Posts: 3,150	I love Pugs!!!!!!!! They are a wonderful breed. They do have a few problems though. constant shedding heat issues eye problems Pug Dog Encephalitus LP breathing/trachea issues i am sure there are more. I had Pugs years ago. They were fun and so loving and comicle. You could always tell if a pug doesnt feel good: they uncurl there tail! Please buy from a reputable breeder and ask about Pug dog Encephalitus!!! It is a heart breaker!!!!!

02-20-2008, 09:50 PM	#12
Boosted Panda BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach Posts: 460	I had a pugger. I loved him to death! I had to give im to a more loving family, at that time I could not take care of him. My best friend took him and hes happy as a lamb! Pugs are high maint. The shedding is what kills it for me. Jake shedded constantly and the hair is so course it sticks to everything. 3 years later I still have pug hair in my car.

02-21-2008, 04:39 AM	#13
Sugar's Mom BANNED! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 9,248	i have a big black beautiful Pug named Lucy. She is spayed and is actually my husbands baby. She tries to play with the yorkies when I let them out but can't do much because she is so fat. She eats, sleeps, farts, snores and sheds like crazy but is a crazy wonderful dog.

02-21-2008, 07:47 AM	#14
011011 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: minnesota Posts: 1,432	Pugs are adorable.Never had one but a lady in town has one and he is the cutest little thing..

02-21-2008, 08:27 AM	#15
Boosted Panda BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach Posts: 460	OMG I forgot about the farts. They were horrendous!!!! The snoring was funny though...