She wants a Pug

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derektrimblitz

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313 posts

162 months

Saturday 2nd February 2013
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So, my wife wants a pug. Our teen sons want a family dog. I don't mind but think we should get a more durable dog, one that can walk a good few mile if required.

Must admit though, I saw pictures of pugs dressed as Yoda and D Vader and was quite impressed.

Pugs, discuss:

Jasandjules

69,978 posts

230 months

Saturday 2nd February 2013
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I don't like dogs that are smaller than cats.

Plus I don't like the idea of dogs who in general appear to have difficulty breathing. And some of them can't even put their tongues back in their mouths.

Defcon5

6,190 posts

192 months

Saturday 2nd February 2013
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Pugs are lovely dogs, certainly more of a sit on your knee in front of the TV type than a walking up a mountain type though!


Boots819

39 posts

135 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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Defcon5 said:
Pugs are lovely dogs, certainly more of a sit on your knee in front of the TV type than a walking up a mountain type though!
I,ve got a fench bulldog cross pug , walks for miles and great temperament

acd80

745 posts

146 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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I've got a miniature sausage dog. He's never as happy as he is out with me walking across the Gower peninsula. He'll sleep for hours after a walk though. He can't be left alone though due to ridiculous levels of seperation anxiety and I believe pugs can be just as bad as that so it may be worth noting...

Simpo Two

85,683 posts

266 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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acd80 said:
I've got a miniature sausage dog.
'Chipolata'.

Digitalize

2,850 posts

136 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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Pugs are in fashion right now, everyone wants one. Do not buy one of them. Get a real dog, or if they want a pug, get them a cat, similar size but far better in almost every way.

Morningside

24,111 posts

230 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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acd80 said:
I've got a miniature sausage dog. He's never as happy as he is out with me walking across the Gower peninsula. He'll sleep for hours after a walk though. He can't be left alone though due to ridiculous levels of seperation anxiety and I believe pugs can be just as bad as that so it may be worth noting...
My CKCS is just the same. After watching that ITV ident advert with one having a bath I am starting to warm to them.

Boots819

39 posts

135 months

Sunday 3rd February 2013
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Digitalize said:
Pugs are in fashion right now, everyone wants one. Do not buy one of them. Get a real dog, or if they want a pug, get them a cat, similar size but far better in almost every way.
I ve got pug cross he's great little dog also got bullmastiff is he a real dog

Edited by Boots819 on Sunday 3rd February 16:58

Steve Evil

10,663 posts

230 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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Boots819 said:
I ve got pug cross he's great little dog also got bullmastiff is he a real dog

Edited by Boots819 on Sunday 3rd February 16:58
Love that photo.

bexVN

14,682 posts

212 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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Digitalize said:
Pugs are in fashion right now, everyone wants one. Do not buy one of them. Get a real dog, or if they want a pug, get them a cat, similar size but far better in almost every way.
They've always had a degree of popularity, what has fast increased is the pug cross. You can't fault the pugs temperaments, they have just the best of characters and are definitely all about fun, but good crosses may help reduce the pug health issues which is good.

If you choose a pug look for those that won't win crufts!! So straightish tails (less chance of a twisted spine) and more of a nose!!

OldJohnnyYen

1,455 posts

150 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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We've got a pug, it's a lap dog so doesn't really enjoy long walks. It's important to get one from a reputable dealer to ensure its healthy and from a good blood line as loads are inbred and not pedigree with all sorts of health issues.

Lovely family dog though, will cuddle up on the sofa and sleep with my 4yo and take a beating from my 2yo quite happily.


warnerj

81 posts

167 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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I've had a Pug for 4 years now whos called Frank (original I know). They are great dogs and mine does like long walks but as a lot of people mentioned they are just happy enough to lie on the sofa if you let them!

Your looking about £1000 from a reputable breeder.


CAPP0

19,625 posts

204 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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Simpo Two said:
acd80 said:
I've got a miniature sausage dog.
'Chipolata'.
"Cocktail"

vx220

2,692 posts

235 months

davepoth

29,395 posts

200 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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CAPP0 said:
"Cocktail"


I once knew a guy with an overweight sausage dog. One day, it got stuck on a speed bump.

OldJohnnyYen

1,455 posts

150 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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vx220 said:
They are Dutch not French biggrin

vx220

2,692 posts

235 months

Monday 4th February 2013
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OldJohnnyYen said:
They are Dutch not French biggrin
Pug as in 106/205 etc

I thought it was amusing

AdiT

1,025 posts

158 months

Tuesday 5th February 2013
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The sister of a lad that works for me has a Pug. It's from a "reputable breeder" with a great pedigree. It had a litter of 4 a few months ago. Sired by a male by recommendation from the breeder. #1 stillborn, #2 died first night, #3 blind because it's eyes fell out, #4 horribly deformed... Opps, sorry that should read, #4 perfect match for breed standard.

If you want a pedigree look for a working breed and from a working line not a show line. If you don't want some thing larger, how about a Cocker Spaniel. Great temperament (if a bit bonkers), will walk/run all day, pretty sound health wise, but still scrub up quite posh looking.

johnnywgk

2,579 posts

183 months

Thursday 7th February 2013
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I bought my wife a Pug. Despite the squashed nose, bulging eyes, rolls of fat plus the smell, the dog actually seems to like her.