Pugs are cute and small breed of dogs, with a compressed and wrinkled face. People often confuse a Pug with a bulldog or a miniature mastiff, both of which are actually stockier dogs. Pugs are a small but sturdy toy dog.

The history of the Pug can be traced back to China around 700 BC. Pugs were bred as a companion to human beings rather than as a guard dog. As trade routes opened up, the breed spread across the seas to Europe and America.

The Pugs appearance is its most distinctive feature. The face is round, flat and heavily wrinkled, much like that of a Bulldog or Pekingese. The body is relatively small compared to the head. The neck is strong and thick, and holds the head up proudly. The body of a Pug is short and stocky, making the animal quite sturdy in relation to its size. All Pugs have their tails curled up tightly over the hip. There are four-color variations found in Pugs. These are fawn with black mask and ears, black, silver, and apricot. The height of a Pug may vary between 10 to 11 inches and it may weight about 14 to 18 pounds, once fully grown.

A Pug is a very popular breed as a house pet because it is easy to groom and manage. It is sociable, but can be very stubborn at times. Pugs also tend to shed a lot more than other dogs in the same category. They require regular exercise and enjoy long walks. However, care should be taken that it does not over-exert itself as the short snout makes it difficult for them to cool off. Pugs get along well with children and other animals in general.

Pugs are sometimes said to be multum in parvo, which means a lot of dog in a little package. They might snore and shed and act stubborn at times, but all Pug owners will agree that they wouldnt settle for anything else.