Research published by the Royal Veterinary College in the UK has suggested that pugs can no longer be considered a typical dog due to the poor health associated with the breed.
Pugs, a companion dog who date as far back to 400 BC in China, are small and stocky in stature and are beloved pets across the globe. But the breed is sadly predisposed to a range of health conditions, including obesity, respiratory difficulties and skin disorders.
Experts have warned that pugs are almost twice as likely as other breeds to experience one or more health disorders over a single year and have urged the public to consider their poor quality of life before adding them to their household.
