Are you thinking of adding a Pug to your family ?
(want advice from a Pug Breederswho's been raising & living with Pugs for over 15 years?)
Before you
buy a Pug Puppy through an ad on the internet, in the paper
or from a Pet store - take just a little time to SLOW
DOWN !
Now ask yourself. . .
What do you actually know
about Pugs ?
Yes, it's true that (properly
raised) Pugs are calm, affectionate little dogs with a sweet nature
and gentle disposition and Pugs are wonderful companions and family pets.
But, what other information about Pugs do you know ?
Hi!
I'm
Joan Munro; an Ontario Pug Breeders, near London, Ontario & Sarnia, Ontario.
I've been raising Pugs for over 15 years. All of our Pugs live
in our home; they are
loved, cherished and
respected as our family pets and companions.
With the same lifestyle and priviledges as other pets, our Pugs enjoy cuddling
and
snoozing on our laps, going for car rides
and sleeping on the furniture.
Our Pugs have
tons of toys to choose from as they play with us and romp
through-out
the house with one-another.
Our home raised Pug Puppies are important little
members of our family;
handled and cuddled
daily from birth; socialized with adults, children and
our
other pets.
Our Pug puppies are born in the house and live in the livingroom until
they
are old enough to leave their whelping
box and begin exploring our home
while learning
the rules guide their behavior and teach them good manners.
Our Pug Puppies are potty-pan trained from an early age, until they are old
enough to go outside to pee & poo.
Our Pug Puppies learn to use their toys for chewing and playing; they are taught
not to chew on furniture, fingers or toes.
Raised underfoot,
our Pug puppies become familiar with the activities that occur
in
a regular family home. Our Pug puppies are raised with children; they are
not afraid of the vaccum cleaner and they treat our 2 house cats with respect.
As a Dog Behavior Specialist & Professional Dog Trainer for over
25 years,
I see many cases of families
who adopted a dog that does not suit them
or
their lifestyle.
Like all ethical and responsible Pug Breeders,
I want to ensure that each of my
Pug
Puppies is adopted into a safe, secure, knowledgeable and
loving family home.
Did you know that before you buy a Pug (or any other breed of dog) you should
learn about their care, grooming and exercise requirements. It's important
to find out if the the breed you are considering will suit your family &
lifestyle.
To get unbiased opinions and
information about Pugs (and many other breeds),
I recommend the book Paws for Thought by Brian Kilcommons & Sarah Wilson.
This book gives information
about the energy level of Pugs and how much
exercise a Pug requires. It lists potential health problems of Pugs
and
describes the personality of a Pug and the general
care and grooming of Pugs.
There is information
about how good Pugs are as family pets.
This book
has advice about finding good Pug Breeders and how to recognize
reputable Pug Breeders. There are suggested questions for you to ask a dog
breeder (and answers you should
receive from a good, responsible and reputable dog breeder).
There is advice on how to tell the difference between a good dog breeder and
a bad dog breeder; and how to avoid buying a puppy-mill puppy,
or from a back-yard breeder.
Before you buy a Pug Puppy, you may also want to talk to other Pug Owners.
Don't hesitate to ask Pug owners lots of questions; most Pug Owners love to
talk about their Pugs. Pug owners can also be a good source to find reputable,
Pug Breeders.
True
Pug lovers adore the many quirks and eccentricities of our perfect little Pugs,
but there Pugs are not the perfect breed of dog for everyone!
Living with a houseful of Pugs for so many years, I want to describe some of the
unique qualities & characteristics
of Pugs.
Before you get a Pug, ask yourself the following questions:
♦ Can you tolerate a dog who won't stay off the furniture?
Pugs believe in sharing all furniture!
♦ Will you be happy living with a dog that sheds fur all year long ?
Shedding is even heavier in early spring and fall.
♦ Do you mind a dog who constantly invades
your personal space -
Pugs normally always want to be on your lap!
♦
Pugs have an "I go where you go" policy; they follow you
from room - to - room - to - room - to - room - to - room - to -room . . . .
♦ No Privacy with a Pug in the house! Pugs simply don't believe
in privacy.
You'll need a good solid bathroom door if you want to "go " alone.
♦ Snoring! Pugs
snore when they're asleep . . . and often when awake as well.
♦ Exercise - Pugs are not built for endurance or stamina. If you are an active person,
then
a Pug may not suit you. Pugs are not a good choice
for a running partner and
Pugs are not built for running beside a bicycle
either.
♦ Pugs are not tolerant
of heat. Never leave a Pug (or any dog) in the car on a warm
or sunny day. During hot weather, Pugs need to be kept cool and exercised
only during the cooler times of day.
♦ Pugs clear their nasal passages by expelling air forcefully
through their nose;
this usually happens when you have your face near their face.
Will you mind having "Pug Snot
" blown into your face multiple times each day ?
♦ Pugs
are a breed created to be a companion dog. Pugs crave the company of people;
Pugs don't enjoy being left alone for long
periods of time. If your lifestyle necessitates
leaving your Pug alone for more than 6 hours, do you
plan to make arrangements to
break up the monotony of a long, lonely day for your
Pug ? Loneliness and boredom
can cause Pugs to bark excessively, become destructive
chewers or even house-soil.
Many working Pug owners enroll their Pugs in doggy day-care or leave them with
a
dog-sitter, friend or family member while away from home.
♦ Pugs can gain weight
easily; they need a premium diet and healthy treats.
♦ Pugs nails grow very
fast and need to be trimmed often.
♦ Pugs have a facial
folds in which dirt & loose fur often collect. If not kept clean,
the skin in a
Pugs facial folds can quickly become sore, irritated and infected.
♦ With their flat face, a Pug's eyes are more vulnerable to injury as they have
no muzzle to part long grass or deflect the claws of an anoyed or angry cat.
♦ Pugs have small mouths and short teeth which may be crowded.
Pugs need their teeth &
gums checked often . Teeth should be
brushed daily and kept free of tarter to prevent gum disease
or infection.
If you feel that a Pug is the right breed of dog for you, please feel free
to explore
our website further.
If you are interested
in enquiring about adopting a Pug Puppy, Juvenille Pug or Adult Pug
from us, you are welcome to send an e-mail. I always respond quicker to people who have
taken the time to provide a biography describing their
lifestyle, listing all family members,
ages of children, and other pets.
If you telephone and leave a message, but have not received a reply from me within a day or two,
you might want to call back. Training dogs and
teaching people keeps me hopping and I spend
all my time between classes and seminars with the pugs, so returning phone calls gets pushed
down on my "to-do" list.
Sincerely,
Joan Munro
Brookehaven Pugs
www.canadapugbreeders
