As with many other dog breeds, the origin of the pug is uncertain and controversial. It is known to come from China, but it is not yet known if it has among its closest relatives the large dogs Molossus or Pekingese dogs and the like. What we do know is that centuries ago, these dogs, along with the beijingers, were the favorite animals of Tibetan monasteries. It is believed that this breed was brought to Holland by Dutch merchants, where they were then also taken to France, England and all of Europe.
Since their arrival in Europe and later in America, pugs have been considered charming companion dogs and worthy of exposure. Western fascination for this breed has reached the point that many pugs have been the protagonists of movies and series.
- It’s a low.
- Plump.
- Compact dog.
- Despite being a small dog.
- The Carlin is a muscular animal.
- The upper line of your body is level and the chest is wide.
- The head is large.
- Round and seamless in the skull.
- It is not shaped like an apple.
- Like chihuahua dogs and the skin that coats it is full of wrinkles.
- The snout is short and square.
- Carlin’s eyes are dark.
- Large and globular in shape.
- They are brilliant and their expression is sweet and anxious.
- The ears are thin.
- Small and velvety in texture.
- Two varieties can be found:.
The tail is high and very rolled. If it’s doubly rolled up, it’s even better, because that’s what the creators are looking for. According to the International Cynological Federation (FCI), this double winding is highly desirable. The ideal size of the Carlin is not indicated in the FCI standard of the breed, but these dogs are small and their height at the cross is usually between 25 and 28 centimeters. The ideal weight, indicated in the standard of the breed, ranges between 6.3 and 8.1 kilos.
The fur of this dog is fine, smooth, smooth, short and bright. Accepted colors are: black, tawny, silver tawny and apricot. The snout, cheek spots, forehead rhombus and ears are black.
The Carlin has the typical temperament of a pet dog. He’s affectionate, cheerful and playful. He has a strong personality and likes to attract attention, but is stable in character.
These dogs are easy to socialize and, duly socialized, usually get along very well with adults, children, other dogs and animals. However, despite being playful, they do not support intense play and the antics of young children. Therefore, to get along with strangers and other pets, it is important to socialize them from an early age.
In general, these dogs do not have behavioral problems, but they can develop separation anxiety with some ease. Pugs need constant companionship and can become destructive dogs when they are alone for a long time. They also need to exercise and receive mental stimulation so they don’t get bored.
They are great pets for most people and families with large children, and even for in-experience owners. However, this breed is not recommended for families with very young children, as they tend to abuse small dogs without intention. They are also not good pets for people who spend most of the day away from home or for very active people.
Hair care does not require much time or effort, but it is necessary to brush the pug once or twice a week to remove dead hair. These dogs lose a lot of hair, so it may be advisable to brush them more often to keep furniture and clothes free of dog hair. The bath should only occur when the dog is dirty, but wrinkles on the face and snout should be cleaned with a damp cloth and dry frequently to prevent skin infections.
Pugs are very playful dogs and should be exercised moderately, with daily walks and moderate play time.Be careful not to require too much exercise, as their flatned snout and sturdy structure do not give them much resistance and expose them to thermal shocks, especially in hot and humid climates.
On the other hand, these dogs need a lot of company and are not suitable for people who spend most of their time away from home. Pugs need constant companionship and attention and can develop destructive habits when they are alone for a long time. They are dogs that live at home at home and adapt very well to live in apartments and in the big cities.
This breed of dog is easy to train using positive training styles.It is common to hear traditional trainers say that Pug babies are stubborn and difficult to train, but this is often the result of a poor choice of canine training method, rather than a feature.When positive training methods are used correctly, such as clicker training, excellent results are obtained with these dogs.
Although it is a small dog, the Carlin is usually healthy, with the exception of problems caused by its short snout. The breed has no canine diseases with exaggerated incidences, but has soft palate, nasal pits stenosis, patellar disuxuration, Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease and entropion. Sometimes they also have cases of epilepsy.
Due to their prominent eyes and flat face, they are prone to eye damage. Because of their robust stature, they tend to develop obesity, so be careful with your diet and the amount of exercise.