Pugs

Pugs

Pugs are one of our most popular breeds. Also known as Chinese Pugs, Pugs are a small dog and a pedigree breed.
Lifespan
12-14 years
Breed group
Toy
Weight
Male: 6-8kg
Female: 6-8kg
Height
Male: 25-35cm
Female: 25-35cm
Pedigree
Yes
Other names
Chinese Pug, Dutch Bulldog, Dutch Mastiff, Mini Mastiff, Mops (Germany), Carlin (France), Mopsi (Finland), Doguillo (Spain)
Health tests available
Breed council - hemivertebrae checking
Characteristics
Size
Small
Exercise needs
Medium
Easy to train
Medium
Shedding
Heavy
Grooming
needs
Medium
Good with
Children
Suited to older children
Health of breed
Very high
Cost to keep
Medium
Intelligence
Medium
Tolerates being alone
Very calm