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Fat Pug: How To Tell If Your Pug is a Healthy Weight JANUARY 19, 2019 BY KRISTIN HITCHCOCK LEAVE A COMMENT A fat Pug is likely to have health problems. This breed often has trouble breathing, even at a healthy weight, so the extra pounds are going to add up to some serious issues. Despite their barrel ribs, Pugs should be slim with a visible tuck at the waist. Just like for us humans, bad habits and over eating cause Pugs to gain weight. But carrying a few extra ounces or pounds can have health implications for your pup too. Let’s find out what the healthy weight for a Pug is, and how to help a Pug who’s overweight. Is My Pug Fat? Pugs typically weigh around 14 to 18 pounds. Of course, some Pugs might weigh more or less than this and still be healthy. Instead of relying on the scale alone, we recommend looking at your Pug’s body for signs of obesity. There are two easy ways to check dogs’ weight at home. Step 1: Feel their rib cages on the sides of their chests You should easily be able t