Pug Articles

Four Ways to Stop Excessive Pug Licking

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Dogs are known for affectionate licking, but pugs sometimes go on a licking frenzy that can drive you crazy. They lick for a variety of reasons, and once you know why you can keep the licking to a happy minimum.

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How To Pug Proof Your Home

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Pug-proofing your home does not have to be difficult, if you can begin to think like your pug. Getting down on his level can be quite the eye opener and will expose areas that your pug can get into trouble with.

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FURminator for Pugs

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Who new our little pugs could shed so much?!?! Thankfully the FURminator helps take care of that undercoat with the greatest of ease!

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10 Tips for Finding a Reputable Pug Breeder

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Pugs are one of the most popular breeds in the U.S. The big dogs in a small package are popular all over the world. That means that there are a lot of people breeding these lovable dogs. So what do you need to be on the lookout for to make sure you find a reputable pug breeder? Here are 10 things to keep in mind.

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What Vaccinations Does My Pug Need?

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Like other dogs, your Pug needs to begin receiving his vaccinations when he’s a puppy. Before there were vaccinations for things like parvo and canine distemper, these diseases could wipe out thousands of pet dogs in an area during a short period of time. Even today many animal shelters can have serious outbreaks of parvo because they bring in stray animals who may be unvaccinated. It’s important to make sure that you always keep your Pug up-to-date on his shots.

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Expenses Abound: The Cost of Owning a Pug

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The playful, loving Pug is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the U.S. today, and in the world. Many people fall in love with these clownish little dogs who live to be near their owners. But, as with any dog, owning a Pug can be an expensive proposition.

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Does My Pug Need Pet Insurance?

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Human medical care advances all the time. We all know that medical costs keep climbing and most people couldn’t afford advanced medical care without insurance. As human medicine advances, so does veterinary medicine. Our dogs can now receive many of the same kinds of treatments that humans receive. Dogs are given MRIs, they receive long-term treatment for cancer, they can have prosthetic limbs, they are treated for diabetes. The list goes on and on. As these treatments become available, it raises the question of who can afford them? Can all dog owners afford to have blood transfusions for their dog? Can all dog owners afford to have a hip replacement for their arthritic dog? Maybe the answer is pet insurance.

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