I want to purchase a Pug Puppy..

[N1QUE24]

Does anyone know where I can find/get one?

Any help would be appreciated, Im located in Mississauga.. hopefully the location is not that far

[Codegen]

Do keep in mind that they are hyper for the first two years.

Also, they are also pretty expensive. Our 'bug' (boston terrier/pug) was $450, and that was for a mix.

[hobo134]

You can get them at pet store but there over a grand sometimes 2 grand. Your best bet is to find a breeder where u can get a puppy for like 800. At least thats what i did when i got mine, and there not over active. More lazy and just want attention.

[N1QUE24]

where can i get a hold of these reputable breeders?

[billdozer]

classifieds

[N1QUE24]

How can I make sure they're rebutable?

[mathewvc]

search for pug breeders in ur area, theres many sites that show breeders in certain provinces. then search around the names and see if u can find anything about them. avoid petstores, puppy mills, and backyard breeders.

http://www.canadasguidetodogs.com/pug/pug_breeders.htm#on

[Geese_Howard]

http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-pets-dogs-puppies-for-sale-PUG-x-SHITZU-Beautiful-Designer-Dog-W0QQAdIdZ14926349

[N1QUE24]

Thanks for all the help guys!

Geese, that would've been so perfect but too bad its a mix-breed :evil:

[akt921]

Link to Ontario breeder(Pug):
http://www.canadasguidetodogs.com/pug/pug_breeders.htm

[jumoyolin]

sorry for bumping an old thread but i'm now looking for a pug puppy as well.
OP do you by any chance got a pug by now?

[watching]

You can get them at pet store

All of which are from puppy mills. No reputable breeder sells dogs through a pet store. Buy from a pet store, you're supporting a puppy mill. Let me know if you want me to post pictures of dogs living in puppy mills. Warning: they aren't pretty.

[Squiggles]

Let me know if you want me to post pictures of dogs living in puppy mills. Warning: they aren't pretty.

I want you to post them.

[watching]

I want you to post them.

You can google as well as anyone, but here's one.

http://www.cupofdog.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/puppy_mill_cage_1184223143_std.jpg

[jumoyolin]

that's pretty sick man... some people only care about making money...

[watching]

Another mill dog, who was chained.

http://www.millbusters.com/images/chained.jpg

[watching]

If you prefer text over pictures........


On Friday, September 26, 2008 an investigation by Humane Society International/Canada, the Montreal SPCA and local law enforcement culminated in a raid on what our director of emergency services called "the most horrific conditions of any puppy mill our team has ever encountered."

Scene from a Nightmare

When the team arrived on the scene, the smell of ammonia made it difficult to breathe and almost overpowered them. In one of the rooms, music was playing at unbearably loud levels to drown out the noise of the dogs’ desperate barking. Many of the animals were housed in the dark basement.

In total, the team found 110 living dogs, seven cats, one rabbit, and several dead dogs in the same cages with those who were still hanging on. Ninety percent of the dogs were emaciated, with open sores and parasites, stacked in wire cages from floor to ceiling, some hidden behind closet doors in a house of horrors. Some of the cages even held the skeletons of dogs who had passed away weeks or months before, but had been left untouched.

Survival for One; Too Late for Another

In one of the closets, the rescuers found a dog they thought might already be dead; in terrible condition and not moving, it looked as though his body were already decomposing. Upon closer examination, the team discovered that he was in fact alive, but too far gone: euthanasia was the only option for this tortured, innocent soul. He died at least surrounded by people who loved and mourned him.

A mother dog the group pulled out of one cage had a single tiny puppy with her; his body was so cold, they feared that he, too, must be lost. Our veterinary team immediately sprang to action and warmed his cold body. Fortunately, this baby was eventually revived and is expected to survive.

[mocha'n'me]

Thank you for posting these pictures and the text. Too many people are purchasing "designer mixes" for high prices which is only encouraging the problem. Puppy mills have been a problem for too long. No innocent animal should ever be subjected to harsh conditions.

[Eyies]

Please please don't purchase from craigslist/kijiji or any classified ads, or a pet store.

Do some research - maybe sign up for some pug forums and get to know some people and purchase it from a reputable breeder.

[watching]

Please please don't purchase from craigslist/kijiji or any classified ads, or a pet store.

Do some research - maybe sign up for some pug forums and get to know some people and purchase it from a reputable breeder.

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Good advice for everyone looking for a dog/puppy/cat/kitten.

Kitten mills exist as well - kittens you see in pet store windows are mill kittens.

Also, if you don't want to support mills, avoid shopping at pet stores that sell mill animals. Buy your pet food/toys/other pet stuff from stores that have nothing to do with puppy/kitten mills.

[jandumm]

Please please don't purchase from craigslist/kijiji or any classified ads, or a pet store.

Do some research - maybe sign up for some pug forums and get to know some people and purchase it from a reputable breeder.

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First place to check is the Breed Club of Canada, it's not a guarantee that you won't end up with a bad breeder but it's definitely a good first step.....for Pugs:

http://www.pugcanada.com/breeders.html

Kijiiji/Craigslist/Pet Stores are all bad news - best case, you'll have an unregistered dog with unknown history and temperament....worst case, you'll have crazy vet bills dealing with all of the health issues (or even worse the dog will have to be put down) and be supporting horrible puppy mills.