Carlino (Pug)
- Orientative weight
- 6–9 kg
- Life expectancy
- 12–15 years
- Energy
- Low
Temperament and daily life
Charming, sociable and affectionate. Pugs love company, food and a nap, and tend to be easygoing.
Health to keep an eye on
Flat-faced dogs are commonly associated with breathing difficulty, heat intolerance, eye and skin-fold problems and obesity. Keep them lean and cool.
Coat and grooming
Short coat that sheds more than expected; clean skin folds regularly.
Best suited to
Relaxed owners in a mild or cool climate who accept higher potential veterinary needs.
General tendencies only: every animal is an individual. Health notes are not a diagnosis; ask your vet about your own pet.
Care notes
Brachycephalic: heat and airway care critical.
Daily numbers for a typical adult
Dry food
120–160
g / day
Water
250–340
mL / day
Exercise
14–34
min / day
PatiTools estimates for a healthy adult in ideal condition at the breed's typical weight range, normal activity and neutered, using about 3.6 kcal per gram of dry food. Your pet may need more or less: ask your vet.
General guidance, not a clinical standard: we found no veterinary guideline that sets exact minutes. Adjust to your pet's fitness, age and health, and follow your vet's advice.
Age in human years
- 1 years ≈ 15 human years
- 2 years ≈ 24 human years
- 5 years ≈ 38 human years
- 8 years ≈ 51 human years
- 10 years ≈ 60 human years
- 12 years ≈ 69 human years
Approximate and general. For dogs, the table depends on size; individuals and breeds vary.
Dangerous for this pet
Emergency-level foods and substances to keep out of reach.
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Written by the PatiTools Editorial Team for general information. It is not veterinary advice and does not replace a vet.