I grew up with a dog in high school and college, and i also help care for the dog that my parents currently have now. When i first moved to New York from Philadelphia, I lived with a woman for two years who had a medium sized 11 year old dog and lent my hands to care for her too. I wish she had loved going to dog parks more often but she was too old! i would really love my own puppy but my apartment is too small and sometimes my work days arent suitable to keep a happy animal! I will happily and gently snuggle your pug (other breed of dogs too) with loads of affection! An extra plus for cats and dogs!