Pet Care For Our Pugs!

#1: Puppy-proof the home, no matter how old your Pug is.

Go through the entire house, picking up any small objects that could possibly fit in a dogs mouth or be chewed at. Do this at least once a week and have a household rule that nothing is left on furniture or on the floors. Place electrical cords out of reach or use cord concealers. If there is even a chance that your Pug could be alone in the kitchen or bathroom, place child-proof locks on lower cabinets.

#2: Perform grooming on time.

Lots of things can happen if a Pug is not regularly or properly groomed, including yeast infections, skin fold dermatitis and other issues such as dry skin and bad odors. Pugs need a bath once every 3 weeks. The coat should be brushed well 2 to 3 times per week. Wrinkles on the face should be inspected and cleaned on a regular basis, at least 3 times per week. Use a quality canine wipe for the wrinkles.

#3: Keep your Pug free from harm.

If your Pug has trouble navigating stairs, block these off with a gate. When outside, never allow your Pug to be off leash. Never allow your Pug to be in the yard unsupervised. Always be aware of where you are walking, especially at night, so that a Pug is not accidentally stepped on or tripped over. Whenever you take your Pug into the car with you, place him in a certified canine car seat or use a certified canine belt restraint.

#4: Never use a leash and collar.

Being a brachycephalic breed, most Pugs have some level of stenotic nares and/or elongated palate, which already interferes with breathing. If a Pug has the added tension, force and pressure of the leash being connected to a collar around the neck, this can severely impede breathing and lead to collapsed trachea. Always use a harness instead.

#5: Follow exercise guidelines.

Making sure that a Pug receives enough exercise can be a bit tricky. Too much exertion can lead to issues such as breathing difficulties or overheating. Too little is bad as well, leading to loss of muscle mass, possible weight gain and increased irritability due to lack of being able to release pent-up energy. Pugs should be walked twice per day for 20 to 30 minutes.

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