That tiny little breed of dogs with wrinkled
face. Pugs are great as a domestic pet dog not just because of their handy size
which makes them fit practically anywhere in the house but also because of
their ability to behave impeccable well with the kids and outsiders, their
happy go lucky attitude and their devotion towards their owner .Pugs are
generally the indoor dog they need the comfort of an air conditioner, they
prefer to sleep with their owners. That animated face will make you melt every
time. All this cuteness comes with some bit of responsibility. How to ensure
that that the darling of your family is being taken care in the right manner?
Here’s a handy guide for new pug owners
Health- Pugs are healthy
dogs except that they more likely to get some disease than other dogs. The
owners need to be careful with a few things.
·
Buy a pup from healthy parent dogs.
·
Because pugs have wrinkled face there are chances
of infections. Its best to use a dry cotton or even baby wipes once a day in
between folds to keep them.
·
Eyes are vulnerable in case of pugs. Their eyes
are sticking out unlike other dog breeds which make them more likely to any
injury or infection.
·
Their nails need to be trimmed regularly
since they stays mostly indoors
·
Their ears need to be cleaned every
few weeks again it is a source of infection.
·
They are prone to allergies and
chronic breathing problems.
·
They are vulnerable to wheezing and
snoring
·
They suffer from poor ventilation
and cannot withstand excess heat
·
Pug belly can change color in
summers, don’t panic it’s something natural and not skin cancer!
Training-
·
Punishing a pug may not be
effective training
·
Hitting a pug is never a good idea.
Pugs love their owners, they can do anything to see that. Give him the
attention he needs
·
Go
for crate training
·
Pugs love toys, sometimes bigger
than their own size!
·
You can use training mats for
puppies
·
Reward them for their good behavior
with a treat
Food- Don’t give in to
those puppy eyes when you sit down with your plate on the table. Obesity is one
of the most common problems with pugs
·
1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food twice a day
·
Dogs are like humans, everyone eats as per their metabolic rate so
don’t worry if your dog is not eating the exact recommended quantity.
·
You can give them the calcium milk bone treat.
·
This breed loves food and may blackmail you with their animated
face. Don’t over feed pugs.
·
Limit treats, short structure and poor ventilation put them at
risk of obesity.
·
Encourage exercise
·
Try Royal Canine pug food
Grooming-
This breed is a yearly heavy shedder.
·
They have soft fur coat which needs
brushing and combing at least once a day and not with soft bristles brush.
·
Use grooming gloves which can be washed
in the washing machine.
·
Use mild dog powder for everyday
grooming, it makes the dog smell fresh and helps avoid ticks
·
For dry bath days use Cologne lily
and green apple flowers dog deodorant.
·
Use a mild medicated shampoo
preferably one with ticks an flea control
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