Thanks to the pug's friendly temperament, these dogs make good family pets. They like children, though their small size means that kids may accidentally hurt them. Adult supervision can help keep a pug safe from accidental harm. Pug owners say their dogs are cheerful, funny, and love attention.

Are Pugs high maintenance? Pugs can be considered high maintenance as they're a brachycephalic breed, known for having a lot of respiratory health issues. In terms of behaviour, they're pretty mellow, sleep a lot and don't bark too much. They are also a good dog breed if you live in an apartment.

Do Pugs bark a lot? No, pugs do not bark a lot. They will raise concerns about something they find suspicious.

Pugs are prone to many health problems, including eye, ear, and skin infections and breathing problems. This requires consistent and frequent bathing and ear cleaning, as well as frequent and sometimes expensive trips to the veterinarian. Health insurance is a great investment for pet owners that want a Pug.