[bettysweetss]

I did a ton of research before getting my dog too, and pugs are definitely one of those breeds where you have to be careful. When I was looking into them, I found that checking for breeders who focus on a longer soft palate, open nostrils, and other breathing issues is a must. I came across celebrity pugs—they seem to shine a light on healthy breeding practices.

Definitely look for health tests on the parents for things like hip dysplasia and brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. Rescue is a great idea too! I remember meeting a pug at a friend’s place, and the little guy was running around just fine because his breeder had really focused on his breathing and overall health.