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Pug Dog Breed

The pug is a breed of dog with physically distinctive features of a wrinkly, short-muzzled face, and curled tail. The breed has a fine, glossy coat that comes in a variety of colours, most often fawn or black, and a compact square body with well-developed muscles.

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Breed History

What is a Pug?

Discover the Pug’s ancient origins and endearing qualities. From Chinese emperors to modern homes, they remain treasured companions.

August 17, 2023

Douglas Huffman with his dogBIS CH Broughcastl Bugatti, at one-year-old, under Breeder-Judge Wanda Spediacci

Breeder Interviews

Douglas Huffman | Broughcastl Pugs

Douglas Huffman is the breeder behind Broughcastl Pugs. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, champions dogs, puppies, photos & more!

October 30, 2022

What makes a Pug | Round Head, Square Body, Curly Tail

Breed Judging

What Makes a Pug? Round Head, Square Body, Curly Tail

Pugs are short, thickset, and square. These three words sum up the shape a Pug is expected to be. “Round head, square body, curly tail.”

September 24, 2022

Pug

Canine Health

Pug Myelopathy: A New Understanding of “Weak Rear”

Learn about Pug Myelopathy, a unique neurological condition causing rear limb issues, its symptoms, treatment options & ongoing research.

March 28, 2019

latest articles

pug head photo

Breed History

What is a Pug?

Discover the Pug’s ancient origins and endearing qualities. From Chinese emperors to modern homes, they remain treasured companions.

August 17, 2023

Douglas Huffman with his dogBIS CH Broughcastl Bugatti, at one-year-old, under Breeder-Judge Wanda Spediacci

Breeder Interviews

Douglas Huffman | Broughcastl Pugs

Douglas Huffman is the breeder behind Broughcastl Pugs. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, champions dogs, puppies, photos & more!

October 30, 2022

What makes a Pug | Round Head, Square Body, Curly Tail

Breed Judging

What Makes a Pug? Round Head, Square Body, Curly Tail

Pugs are short, thickset, and square. These three words sum up the shape a Pug is expected to be. “Round head, square body, curly tail.”

September 24, 2022

Pug

Canine Health

Pug Myelopathy: A New Understanding of “Weak Rear”

Learn about Pug Myelopathy, a unique neurological condition causing rear limb issues, its symptoms, treatment options & ongoing research.

March 28, 2019

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