🐕 Dogs

Pug

Charming clown in a compact package.

Pugs are affectionate, comical and love to be near you. Their flat faces require attention to heat, weight and eye care.

Lifespan12–15 years
SizeSmall · 14–18 lb
Care levelModerate
Typical cost$100–200 / month
Great for
ApartmentsSeniorsFamiliesCharmingPlayfulLoving
Pug

Photo: Mops_oct09.jpg: Dagur Brynjólfsson from Hafnarfjordur, Iceland; derivative work: · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Care guide

Daily care

Indoors with AC.

Strict portions — Pugs are prone to obesity.

Short walks in cool weather.

Brush weekly; heavy shedders; clean facial wrinkles.

Health

Common health concerns

Know what to watch for. Early detection makes most of these far easier and cheaper to treat.

  • Brachycephalic airway syndrome
  • Eye proptosis and ulcers
  • Obesity
  • Pug dog encephalitis
  • Skin-fold infections
Veterinary care

Vet visits

Annual exams; consider airway evaluation.

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This guide is general information, not veterinary advice. Costs are rough U.S. estimates for food, supplies and routine care. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your pet’s needs.