Pug

FCI 253 . Small Molossian type Dogs

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Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Pug" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Affection level ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

The Pug or Dutch bulldog (also known as Chinese Pug, Mops, Puggu) is a breed of dog miniature with wrinkled face and a body of small to medium-sized, originating in China.

This breed is often summed up as “multum en parvo” (much in little), describing the personality of the Pug related to its small size.

The word "Pug" may come from the Old English Pugg, it is an affectionate adjective it would be something like a little playful demon or monkey. Pug puppies are called Puglets.

The breed of dog Pug, has very ancient origins. It was raised and selected in China, country where he was the favorite dog of officials, It is also a very popular in Holland and England breed of dog.

In fact, England claimed the patronage of la raza, since they had carried out excellent selection work for years. Finally, part of the patronage of the race was awarded to Great Britain.

This wrinkled and funny puppy, He was a faithful companion of the ladies of the 19th century in Italy.

As almost all dog breeds, it knew how to have its difficult moments, especially when the world wars took place, but it has not been on the verge of extinction like others.

Today the breed Pug it is highly appreciated in almost every corner of the world.

Did you know??

Among the rich and famous are admirers of the Pug King Louis XIV, Josefina, Empress of Napoleon, Queen Victoria, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and fashion designer Valentino.

It is a dog under, solid square and compact appearance, well proportioned and muscular; the head, large, rounded and solid appearance, is covered with folds; the muzzle is square and flat; the eyes, large, bulging, they are dark; It has straight legs and looped collector queue. The hair is tight, smooth and shiny.

The Pug or Dutch bulldog can be silver or soft apricot with a black mask, in both cases it presents a black stripe that goes from head to tail; It can also be pure black or white which is the more scarce and expensive of all.

It measures each 30 cm to cross and weighs between 6 and 8 kg. His confident nature, docile and friendly makes the Pug an appreciated companion animal. The Pug is particularly a dog "with a sense of humor", exhibiting very human facial expressions given its bone structure. Due to its striking appearance, some people tend to think that the characteristics of the Pug are the result of genetic manipulation or inbreeding.. But, the characteristics of the Pug are similar in the last five hundred years, period in which Europeans began it importing from China.

The Pug's tail has a characteristic spiral or letter "Q" shape.. This variation in the way of the tail is due to the vertebrae in this portion of the column are actually hemivertebra. In some few puppies, This alteration of the shape can be extended to the rest of the column and the animal presents spina bifida.. The spine of the animal must feel before purchasing to avoid choosing a sick puppy. An animal that suffers from this malformation should not be reproduced in order to not pass this problem to their offspring.

Given the shape of the skull, the eyes of the Pug have a bouncy and lively appearance. To find the eyes located above, they are more exposed to friction with plants and objects to the eyes of other animals, and it is advisable to take them to the vet as soon as possible if they have an injury. It is recommended that the owners of the Pug clean the eyes of the animal once a week with a clean cotton moistened with cold boiled water or cold tea, in order to remove secretions or dirt.
The characteristic wrinkles of the face can also accumulate secretions and dirt. It is recommended at least once a week clean gently between wrinkles using the same method. It is not necessary to apply SOAP, creams or other substances. Simple toilet is enough and to spare.

The Pug is a short hair dog, tends to constantly pelechar, so his tenure is not recommended for persons allergic or asthmatic. They have a characteristic pungent odor that may bother some people, but that decreases a bath every couple of weeks.

The biggest health problem presented by the Pug is one that is completely preventable and treatable, and that depends entirely of the OWNER. This disease is the OBESITY. A Pug it receives proper care can live more than fourteen years, Although on average they tend to live around ten.

One 1% Puppy can reach presenting a degenerative neurological disease called Pug encephalitis (or tap for its acronym in English). This disease is lethal and has no known cure. For this reason dogs must not be reproduced within the two years, in order to not transmit the gene to their offspring. Last year of life it is very unlikely that the Pug will have this disease.

The Pug aren't aggressive animals. Like any dog, they can bite, but it is very rare that this happens without the animal mistreatment. Pugs live up to their motto "multum in parvo" and are not intimidated by larger breed dogs, which you can get into trouble.

Before humans, the Pug tend to be playful and seek interaction. However can be apprehensive to strangers, and with their barking to announce the presence of unknown people. Although its size are not guard dogs, If they are good "alert dogs".

The Pug show a moderate level of intelligence, being able to use their short snouts and front paws to obtain objects out of reach. They sometimes tend to stubbornness, and do not necessarily come when you are called, but rather when crave it. Despite this, they do not go far from their owners and prefer their company to that of other dogs..

During the first years of life Pug may occasionally be hyperactive (run, jumping and barking constantly) but this characteristic tends to disappear over the years. The Pug 5 and older tend to be calmer and enjoy the chairs more than the street.

The Pug It's a small animal, and although strong, requires very little food. But, being a pet, owners tend to supercharge them and share their food with them. This must not be. The Pug can perfectly feed on a cup of dry food in the morning and a cup at night, and you won't go hungry or require any extra supplements.

An obese Pug is not a "beautiful" Pug, on the contrary, It is an animal that sick because you can not breathe well, be it exhausted easily and will begin to suffer from problems in the spine and joints. A Pug fed healthy is, on the other hand, a robust animal, with his sharp and clearly visible muscles under the skin. A healthy Pug can run as fast as any other dog, and you can skip two or three times its own height. Although the animal enjoys eating extra foods and receiving "treats" occasionally, is task of the owner to ensure that the quantity and quality of food that consumes is adequate.

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 253
• Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs
• Section 11: Small Molossian type Dogs. Without working trial.

Federations:

Federations: FCI ⓘ, AKC ⓘ, ANKC ⓘ, CKC ⓘ, ​KC ⓘ, NZKC ⓘ, UKC ⓘ

China, United Kingdom

13.10.2010

Use:

Companion dog

General appearance:

It is undoubtedly a square and plump dog, "Multum in parvo" (a lot of substance in a small space) showing it in its compact structure, his well-built proportions and the hardness of his muscles, but it should never seem short-limbed, neither lean nor “large”.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

Definitely square and compact.

Great charm, dignity and intelligence. Balanced, cheerful and lively.

Head:

Relatively large and provided with the body, round, You must not have Apple shape.

• Skull: Without Groove. Wrinkles on the antecara should be clearly defined without exaggeration.

facial region:

• Truffle: Black with nostrils large and wide open. Narrow nostrils and heavy on the nose folds are unacceptable and must be severely penalized.
• Snout: Relatively short, obtuse, square, not drooping upwards. Eyes and nose should never be adversely affected or be hidden by excessive folds on the nose.
• Jaws / Teeth: With a slight lower prognathism. The lower jaw is wide with the incisors placed almost in a straight line. It is highly undesirable Wry mouth, teeth and tongue look and should be severely penalized.

Eyes: dark, relatively large, round, sweet and concerned expression, very bright, and when it is excited ardor full. Never protruding, exaggerated or showing white when they look forward. Free eye problems.

Ears: Thin, small and soft black velvet. There are two types: “Ear in pink”, It is a small hanging ear that bends backwards to show the ear canal. “Button ear”, It is an ear that folds by bending forward, Tip adheres to the skull to cover the opening. The latter are preferred.

Neck:

Slightly arched it resembles a crest, strong, thick, with long enough to take the head proudly.

Body:

Short and compact.

• top line: Level; It must be neither concave nor inclined.
• Breast : Large. Ribs well arched back.

Tail:

High insertion, tightly coiled on the hip. The dual threading is highly desirable.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

• Shoulder: Well inclined backwards.
• forearms: Very strong limbs, straight, long moderate and positioned low in the body.
• Previous feet: As long as the foot of the Hare nor so round as the foot of the cat; with separate fingers; the nails must be black.

LATER MEMBERS:

• General appearance: Very strong limbs, of moderate length, well positioned under body, straight and parallel when you look at them from the back.
• Knee: Good angulation of stifle warm joints rotulianas (knees).
• Hind feet: As long as the foot of the Hare nor so round as the foot of the cat; with separate fingers; the nails must be black.

Movement:

Viewed from the front you must lift the forelimbs and drop well straight below shoulders, keeping the feet directly forward, unoffset in or out. From behind, the action must be equally correct. The forelimbs uses them with force bringing them well forward and the rear moving freely and bending your knees well. Light balancing the quarterfinals later characterized the journey. Capable of performing a resolved and safe movement.

Mantle

Fur: Texture fine, smooth, soft, short and bright. Neither rough nor woolly.

COLOR: Silver, apricot, Griffon clear or black. Each of these colors must be clearly defined, to emphasize the contrast between the color, the stretch mark (a black line extending from the occiput to the tail) and the mask. The marks must be well defined. The muzzle or mask, the ears, moles on the cheeks, the thumb mark or the forehead rhombus and the striation should be as black as possible.

Size and weight:

The ideal weight is between 6,3 and 8,1 kg. You must have strong muscles, but the substance should not be confused with an overweight.

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES

• Aggressive or fearful dog.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

• Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

TRANSLATION: Brígida Nestler / Original version: (IN).

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Chinese pug, Dutch mastiff (English).
2. Pug (French).
3. Pug (German).
4. Carlin, Mops (Portuguese).
5. Pug chino, Mops, Pug carlino, Doguillo (español).