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Pug
Multum in Parvo: big dog in a little body.
Height: 10 to 14 inches at shoulder
Weight: 14 to 18 pounds
Coat: short and smooth
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs
Pugs often are described as a lot of dog in a small space. These sturdy, compact dogs are a part of the American Kennel Club's Toy group, and are known as the clowns of the canine world because they have a great sense of humor and like to show off. Originally bred to be a lap dog, the Pug thrives on human companionship.
Pug profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Dog friendly
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Ease of training
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Tendency to bark or howl
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners