Male or Female??

[lifeisgood]

Hi All,

I'm new here. I've been begging my husband to let us get a Pug for more than a year now. He finally agreed and we are going to look at a litter of pups tomorrow! My question is - do we want a male or female? Pros/cons??? Not breeding or showing - just want a family pet.

Thank you!
~Christy

[Tinker's mom]

Hello & to the village! Once pugged, always pugged!
There are several posts on here about what to ask the breeder. Make sure you go to a reputable breeder that is breeding for show and not a back yard breeder. Can't wait to see pics of your new baby!

[tall grass pugs]

I strongly recommend a boy puppy, boys seem more mellow as they grow older than the girls. Enjoy your new puppy. Make sure to hook up with a reliable vet who knows the breed, and stock up on toys, playpen, baby gates and baby locks for the kitchen pantry.

[Snifter]

I've got two boys and they are super. Both very different, though. Toddy (age 3) is a livewire and always has been whereas Snifter is much quieter.

[sugarskullz]

I have one of each, granted they are still both under a year old, but my female was much easier to housetrain than my male. We are still working on it with him and he is now 5 months old. He's certainly getting better, but I have to keep on top of it still.

[Zeake]

GIRLS ONLY in my house. Tummy rubs and no hiking of the leg.

[CountryPug]

Girls tend to rule the house and are more independent, boys are usually more laid back. I love both of mine, but my next dog will probably be a boy:)

[lifeisgood]

Thanks for the replies! We decided on the male puppy. He is so cute and I just can't wait to bring him home! I can't believe I'm finally going to have a Pug!!! I am so excited and can't wait to go buy all of his supplies!!! We get to bring him home the first weekend in April. Woohoo!!!

Thanks again!
~Christy

[Cheryl7777]

Congratulations and good luck with your new baby.

[Hellas]

Congratulations! Pugs are the best!