About Pug

The Pug’s name is aptly described with this Latin phrase “multum in parvo” (a lot in a little)- an apt description of this small but muscular breed. Pugs can be found in three unique colors: silver or apricot-fawn with a black face mask, or all black.

The large round head, the big, sparkling eyes, and the wrinkled brow give Pugs a range of human-like expressions- surprise, happiness, curiosity-that have delighted owners for centuries.

Dog parents who owns Pug say this breed is the ideal house dog. They are happy in the city or country, with kids or old folks, as an only pet or in a pack. They enjoy their food, and care must be taken to keep them trim.

Pug Fun Facts

• Pugs were originally bred to be lap dogs for Chinese royalty
• They’re one of the oldest dog breeds. Their ancient lineage can be traced back to before 400 BC
• Pugs love big screen, you must’ve seen pugs in Men in Black series, The Adventures of Milo & Otis, Pocahontas, The Nut Job, The Secret Life of Pets, and in the Netflix show The Crown.
• Back in the 19th Century, Queen Victoria had a passion for pugs and was known to own several.
• A group of Pugs is called ‘Grumble’

Pug Nutritional Requirements

Ideally, a Pug’s diet should contain nutrient sources similar to those of his native environment of their ancestors which are not foreign to its digestive and glandular systems and easy to assimilate.

A proper balance contains proteins, carbohydrates, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals that match his specific nutritional requirements and those that it has inherited.

An adult Pug requires 40 calories per pound of body weight. Apart from the above ingredients, the diet should also include EPA & DHA, L carnitine and fats to maintain ideal weight.

Common Diseases/Problems in Pug

Nerve Degeneration- Signs include dragging the back feet, staggering.

Pug Dog Encephalitis- Caused by dying brain cells. Signs include seizures, blindness, lethargy.

Osteoarthritis- Common in pugs from 8 and above which causes discomfort and mobility.

Cataract- Cataract is a two eye condition Pugs are prone to.

Average Life-Span of Pug

The life expectancy of a Pug dog is between 12 and 15 years. The average male can live 12.8 years and female Pugs live a bit longer, with average life span being 13.2 years.

Online Products for Pug in India

On PetSutra, you can find great products online for Pugs in India. From dry dog food to treats, from supplements to grooming products – we’ve got you covered. Use category filters on this page to narrow down the exact category of products you wish to buy for yourPugs. Parallel to that, you can also choose the life-stage filter.

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