Pug dogs as pets?

**Rigger** · 19-12-2010, 09:55 AM

Originally Posted by nidhogg

Originally Posted by Rigger

Originally Posted by Travelmate

I read somewhere, (dunno where) a study revealed that the small yappers are more likely to rip the face off kids than the larger breeds.

I don't think I have read of a killer pug yet.

Thats not what he said, and he is right. Dogs discipline puppies by "nipping" them on the nose. If the dynamics are wrong, small dogs thing kiddies are "puppies" and they bite the face if the kid is being "naughty" to discipline it.

Fok off nidhogg, Other than what you say is total crap my kids are old enough and have been around dogs all their life small and big.
And I can read, you talk about nipping and travelgirl talks about ripping faces off.
More bits of wisdom from the local retards, really don't know why I bother with you dumb foks anymore.

Anyway I think the pug is one of the best dogs you can have around kids from what I have read.
Before I even bought the dog I did research on the net reading about the breed.
KK-VRFARM

**Loy Toy** · 19-12-2010, 10:05 AM

My pug is the most placid dog I have ever owned when it comes to my kids but at the same time is very active and loves to play especially playing tug of war or having a wrestle.

Quite a strong little dog actually and with that jaw does latch onto things and doesn't let go until you tell her to.

Rigger make sure you get that blood test for your pug looking for that blood parasite which is hereditary here. It can be cured if caught early and if you need any info don't hesitate to contact me.

**Rigger** · 19-12-2010, 10:14 AM

Ok thanks Loy toy.
Once I get the girl home will do the blood test, I still need to find a good vet here in khon kaen, the lady I normally use in nongbaulamphu seems very good but a little to far away. Won't be using the cow doctor that accidently killed our poodle

**nidhogg** · 19-12-2010, 10:18 AM

Originally Posted by Rigger

Before I even bought the dog I did research on the net reading about the breed.
KK-VRFARM

Now go and type "dog bite" "face" and "children" in to google and see what you get. All dogs can bite.

The first link I had got this snippet:

"According to a 1994 study by Mathews and Lattal approximately one million dog bites occur every year in the United States"

Leerburg | Preventing Dog Bites in Children

Have a look at some of the pictures. And then fuck off yourself, mate.

**Loy Toy** · 19-12-2010, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by Rigger

Once I get the girl home will do the blood test,

I would ask to have it done before you bring her home mate.

The tell tale signs are sores all over her body that scab over with massive hair loss and most pugs suffer from this affliction in Thailand starting off when they are about 3 months old.

It cost us 10k to fix our little one and we found out later that both parents had the parisite.

**Dick** · 19-12-2010, 11:23 AM

We had a pug but it got out in the soi and run over by the Koreans downs the street

**Spin** · 19-12-2010, 11:51 AM

Apparently the best vet in kk is the one at 58/236 Chata Padung Road not too far from the junction with Sri Chan Road. tel: 043-338-383.
Not needed to use it yet but got the details ready incase my boy gets sick again.

**Rigger** · 20-12-2010, 09:31 AM

http://hubpages.com/hub/Top-5-best-a...s-for-children

Originally Posted by nidhogg

"According to a 1994 study by Mathews and Lattal approximately one million dog bites occur every year in the United States"

I would say most of the time its the persons fault, no such thing as a dumb dog just a dumb owner.

Originally Posted by Spin

Apparently the best vet in kk is the one at 58/236 Chata Padung Road not too far from the junction with Sri Chan Road. tel: 043-338-383. Not needed to use it yet but got the details ready incase my boy gets sick again.

Thanks will take a look.

Originally Posted by Loy Toy

I would ask to have it done before you bring her home mate.

will try and get something done this week.
Cheers

**Travelmate** · 20-12-2010, 09:34 AM

Originally Posted by Rigger

travelgirl talks about ripping faces off.

LOL wot this?
You got the Pug. A gay girlie type of dog.

I got the Doberman.

Yes if you do research you'll find lttle dogs do rip little kids faces off more often than the larger breed.

When you get the Pug..Go straight to the Vet and get all the checks done. Vaccinations up to date, wormed, weight & temperature checked and so forth.

Good luck.

Imagine Rigger getting off his mean looking chopper and then taking the pug for a stroll. Just don't look back as others will laugh & giggle.

**Rigger** · 20-12-2010, 10:40 AM

Yep will make a little seat for her to sit, chopper with a puppy got to be a pussy magnet.
The dogs for the wife and kids, I have a rambo dog

Had a few Doberman dogs back in Aussie but really doesn't suit where I live at the moment.
As for small dogs ripping faces off, come on when was the last time you read a story on a poodle or pug or other small breeds ripping faces off.
Give me a link

**nidhogg** · 20-12-2010, 01:01 PM

Originally Posted by Rigger

Top 5 best and worst dogs for children

Originally Posted by nidhogg

"According to a 1994 study by Mathews and Lattal approximately one million dog bites occur every year in the United States"

I would say most of the time its the persons fault, no such thing as a dumb dog just a dumb owner.

I would have said all the time rather than most of the time to be honest.

**Pol the Pot** · 25-12-2010, 10:58 AM

I just saw a blue Thai ridgeback last night. Very nice!

**Rigger** · 25-12-2010, 01:12 PM

Originally Posted by Pol the Pot

I just saw a blue Thai ridgeback last night. Very nice!

always liked the ridgeback, nice looking dogs when looked after.

**dirtydog** · 25-12-2010, 04:45 PM

With pugs you have to make sure they don't get too much fiber in their diet, if they get constipated and have to strain too hard their eyes pop out

well, probably anyway.

sabaii sabaii · 26-12-2010, 09:36 AM

PUG CONS:

Mind of his own. Pugs are not Golden Retrievers. They have an independent mind of their own and can be manipulative and stubborn. You must show them, through absolute consistency, that you mean what you say.

Pug sounds. Because of the short face, Pugs snort, snuffle, wheeze, grunt, and snore loudly. The sounds are endearing to some people; nerve-wracking to others.

Constant heavy shedding. It's been said that Pugs shed only once a year -- for 365 days. In other words, they shed constantly. Their short hairs cling tenaciously to your clothing, upholstery, and carpeting. Frequent vaccuming will become a way of life.

Housebreaking. Pugs tend to resist being told what to do, and housebreaking is no exception. Expect four to six months of consistent crate training before you see results.

Gassiness (flatulence) that can send you running for cover. Fortunately, Pugs who are fed a natural diet of real meat and other fresh foods have much less trouble with gassiness. See my Pug Health Page for more information.

Serious health problems. The biggest problem with Pugs is health. This breed is grossly deformed. The unnaturally short face and upturned nose means breathing difficulties and the potential for heatstroke in hot humid weather. Their compromised respiratory system makes it risky to anesthetize them. Most of these dogs can't even whelp their puppies without veterinary intervention.

The large shallow-set eyes are extremely vulnerable to injury and infection. Pugs are also prone to a serious brain disease, joint problems, and skin and allergy problems.

Are pugs vicious dogs ? - Yahoo! Answers

Too many problems with that overbred breed for me

**Loy Toy** · 26-12-2010, 10:42 AM