Pug Information please??

[MagicForPets]

Hi! My friend lives in an apartment with her mom and sister. They have 4 cats and are looking into getting a dog. April wants a pug... and she asked for my help if its the right dog for her. She has about 6 hours a day to interact with the dog but otherwise it would be home alone or with her mom. The health problems cannot be too high or expensive. Does this sound like the right dog for them or not? Or... should I give more information? Thanks.

[borzoimom]

junescrater has a pug but she posted on dog breed- see pugs anyone? "

[Chilli]

Well, I own a Pug mix, though I do know a wee bit about Pugs in general.
I hear they do fairly well in apartments... though tend to get jealous if they don't get alot of attention.. They are very "people-oriented" dogs. They thrive on attention and normally want to be with their owners as much as possible.
Do encourage your friend to go to other websites such as HERE or others found through a search engine and learn every last bit she can. You can never be too careful when deciding which breed is right!

[borzoimom]

6 hours a day when? I worked at night for 10 years but really the dog was only alone for a few hours in the morning.. During the day for an adult would be fine. Like 9am-3pm. Depends on teh age.. I need more info here ( sorry) but what time of day and how old is the caretaker?

[Pam]

I have wanted a pug for a looooong time but just haven't been able to make the move. I have had poodles for 30 years now and have been sticking with a breed that I feel comfortable with. That said, I did a lot of research about pugs before I got Bella (my standard poodle). I found that they are wonderful little dogs, very people oriented and get along quite nicely with other dogs, cats (that was important to me) and children. The negatives were problems with their eyes (corneal abrasions and corneal ulcers) and breathing problems. They don't do well in extremely hot or extremely cold weather and can't take a lot of exercising. Some day I still hope to have a pug though. I would suggest you visit a pug forum. I belong to a poodle forum and there is nothing quite as good as hearing it from the mouths (or keyboards ) of those who own and love a particular breed. Good luck on your decision and I commend you for doing your homework ahead of time.

[Husky15]

I don't know a whole lot about Pugs, but from what Chilli and Pam are saying, they sound like great dogs. I also heard that the Shiba Inu can fit pretty much any lifestyle and make great pets, but they can be pretty hyper. I wish your friend luck with her decision.

[dab_20]

I hear that pugs are fun and loving little dogs. They have breathing problems, though, because of their short snouts. My friend had a pug and he was such a sweet little guy.

I belong to a poodle forum and there is nothing quite as good as hearing it from the mouths (or keyboards ) of those who own and love a particular breed.

May I ask what forum that is? I would love to belong to a poodle forum.

[borzoimom]

My brother has one. His is a mis marked black meaning he has alot of white on his chest, but the dog is adorable! He is is a cherished household pet, but doesnt take heat well... but that works- he doesnt go outside much except for business... I love his expressions..