Buyer question
Is a Pug good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Pug 4 out of 5 for beginners (easy temper, health-heavy).
Source: the Pug page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Pug in the Animal Library
The detail
An ancient Chinese companion breed later favored by European royalty, the Pug is charming, affectionate and content with modest exercise. Its flat face brings breathing, eye and heat problems that owners must manage for life.
- Temperament
- Charming, affectionate, playful
- Best fit
- Apartments, calm homes
- Trainability
- 3 out of 5 (Food-motivated, stubborn)
- Energy
- 2 out of 5 (Short, cool walks)
- Grooming load
- 2 out of 5 (Weekly brush, fold care)
What to weigh
Pugs struggle in heat, snore and are prone to eye injuries and breathing problems. They shed more than their short coat suggests and gain weight easily, which worsens everything.