Generally, dog owners will take their dogs to get vaccinated, dewormed, and some will even have their dogs neutered, while others choose to let their dogs have puppies. However, not everyone is familiar with the situation of dogs giving birth. Recently, the question of how many puppies a Pug can have in one litter has attracted attention. In response, the editor has compiled information for Pug owners, so learning more won’t go wrong.

Actually, the number of puppies a dog gives birth to per litter is really unpredictable because every dog’s situation is different. Generally speaking, dogs can have anywhere from one to over ten puppies, but this is related to the dog’s breed, which affects the number of puppies born. For example, small breeds like Chihuahuas, Teddy dogs, Pomeranians, etc., are smaller in size, so naturally their wombs can’t hold many puppies; usually, having two to five puppies per litter is already impressive. Pugs are also classified as a small breed, but there is no specific number for how many puppies they can have in one litter.

Compared to small dogs, medium and large breed dogs naturally have more puppies per litter because their body size determines it. Medium breeds typically have five to six puppies, whereas large breeds usually have seven to over ten puppies. The larger the body, the relatively larger the uterus, which can accommodate more embryos.

However, we all know this applies in most cases and only when the mother dog is in good health. Each mother dog’s condition varies, and not every puppy born will survive. Comparatively, when fewer puppies are born, their survival rate tends to be higher and they usually grow chubbier since the mother’s milk supply is sufficient.

Returning to adorable Pugs, if they are not neutered, they can give birth several times a year. Usually, female dogs have two heat cycles per year: in spring around March and April, and in autumn around September and October. It depends on when the Pug mates. Typically, a Pug’s litter size is three to four puppies, though exceptions exist. It’s important to note that as long as dogs are not neutered, they can continue to breed. However, older dogs face risks in breeding. When a dog is six to seven years old, it is not recommended to let them give birth as it greatly affects their health and can easily cause difficult labor.

No matter how many puppies are born, each life should be treated well, but breeding should also be done in moderation. Neutering is being responsible for your dog.