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Chapter 1 Introducing the Pug T he Pug is one of the most distinctive looking of all breeds, and it is rare indeed to mistake him for any other dog. The breed motto is multum in parvo —“much in little”—which means you get a lot of dog in a little body. The Pug is small and compact, but his proportions are square and stocky, so he’s a substantial little dog. But multum in parvo seems most true when it comes to temperament. The Pug is big on per- sonality—a charming mixture of dignity and playfulness, combined with the most loyal and loving disposition. Physical characteristics The Pug is a Toy breed and fits comfortably on a lap or a sofa, but his balanced proportions and muscular build allow him to live the life of an active dog. The Pug’s most distinctive feature is his round head, with its

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