Pug

The Pug's history is as rich and varied as its personality. This breed's origins can be traced back to ancient China, where they were bred to be companions for the ruling families. Pugs were highly valued by Chinese emperors and were often kept in luxury, guarded by soldiers. The breed made its way to Europe in the 16th century, where it quickly gained popularity among the nobility. The House of Orange in the Netherlands adopted the Pug as its official dog after one reportedly saved the life of the Prince of Orange by alerting him to approaching assassins. In England, Queen Victoria's fondness for Pugs helped solidify their status as beloved pets.

Pugs are small, stocky dogs with a square, thickset build. Their most recognizable features include a round head with a short, blunt muzzle and large, expressive eyes. The breed's coat is fine, smooth, and comes in a variety of colors including fawn, black, apricot, and silver. Pugs have a distinctive curled tail that rests over their back, often in a double curl. Their legs are strong and straight, supporting their compact body. Despite their small size, Pugs are muscular and well-proportioned, exuding an air of confidence and charm.

Character Do not underestimate the size of this dog, he is a very dedicated and good guard dog. This is a big dog in the small body of the dog, which makes him very durable and very dedicated. The pug is not timid, and never shows signs of aggression. He is friendly and playful. Temperament The pug is a happy and cheerful kid. This breed can become very jealous from time to time. Pug is very good around children. He loves to jump and show off.

This is a dedicated and affectionate companion. Interesting facts 1. This breed of dog snores and snorts, which is a side effect of a flat muzzle. Learn to think of noise as a lullaby. 2. In 1688, the pug dog Pugs became the official dog of the Dutch royal family. A pug named Pompey is depicted on the grave of Prince William of Orange in Delft (Holland). 3. Napoleon’s wife, Josephine, used her pug, nicknamed Fortune, to send secret messages, under the dog’s collar, to her husband when she was in prison at Le Carmé. 4. With their characteristic faces and charming personalities, pugs can be leading stars, such as Otis from the movie “The Adventures of Milo and Otis” and Frank from the movie “Men in Black”. 5. Buddhist monasteries in Tibet kept pugs as pets. 6. Pugs have different names: (China), (Finland) and (Spain), and in the Netherlands pugs are called "" which in Dutch means "grumble". 7. There are many theories about the origin of the name “pug”. One story says this is because of the expression on the dog's face, which looks like a monkey. Another theory suggests that the pug’s name is based on the Latin word “” which means “fist” because the dog’s face resembles a clenched fist. Did you know? Among the rich and famous fans of the pug breed were: King Louis, Josephine, Empress of Napoleon, Queen Victoria, Duke and Duchess of Windsor and fashion designer Valentino.