Japug

Just like many other hybrid breeds, the Japug is relatively new, and therefore doesn't have a very detailed origin story yet. Despite this fact, we are able to get a lot of historical information about this dog thanks to his parent breeds; the Japanese Chin and the pug. Information about the Japug's history is very important because it gives us an idea of why he may have been created and what character traits may have been passed down to him based on his ancestors. To start out, let's take a look at the Pug's history. While not much is known about the Pug's early history, it is believed that the breed was first created in China. As a toy sized dog, the Pug was an excellent companion to the royal families as they were portable and adorable to behold. Eventually, the Pug made his way into Holland by way of a few Portuguese traders, most likely around the 16th century. From there, after stealing the hearts of the nobility in the Dutch Royal court, the Pug was taken to England in 1689 after the overthrow of James II. Ever since then, the Pug has remained a fan favorite. Upon reaching America, the American Kennel Club recognized the breed in the year 1885. Today, Pugs are used as show and companion dogs all over the world. The second dog used in the Japug's lineage is the Japanese Chin. This flat-faced breed is one that originated in Asia around 2,000 years ago. At first, the Japanese Chin was known as the "Imperial Chin" due to his popularity in the Japanese Imperial court. He was a favorite to be given as gifts to visiting nobles, and in this way, he eventually made his way to the Western world. In the mid-19th century, after Commodore Matthew Perry ended the isolation of Japan from the rest of the world, he presented a Japanese Chin to President Franklin Pierce. It wasn't long before this toy breed made its way into Europe and the United States, becoming registered with the American Kennel Club in 1888; which makes it one of the oldest breeds recognized by that group. Today, this breed is used for showing and as a faithful companion animal. By combining these two small breeds, we get a big personality in a little body. While the Japug may not be the most active dog in the world, he does have a big heart with lots of love to give to his owner. He makes a wonderful companion for the elderly, and would be a great choice for anyone who wants to purchase a dog without dealing with too much naughty behavior. Overall, the Japug is a sweet, even-tempered, and loving dog who will happily spend his days cuddled at his owner's feet.