How Much Does a Pug Shed Really? (Expert Advice Inside)
Okay, so I've been getting a lot of questions about my pug, Winston, and specifically, how much he sheds. So, I figured I'd do a little experiment and document the whole shebang. It is titled "how much does a pug shed". Let's get started.
Phase 1: The Great Vacuuming
First things first, I needed a baseline. I vacuumed my entire apartment – floors, carpets, furniture, even the curtains. I made sure that sucker was empty. This was my starting point, the "before" picture, if you will. It took much time to do it.
Phase 2: Winston Time!
Next, I let Winston do his thing. He's a pretty typical pug – he sleeps on the couch, rolls around on the carpet, sits on my lap while I work, you know, the usual pug life. I deliberately did not brush him or do anything to minimize shedding. I wanted to see the full, unadulterated pug-shedding power.
Phase 3: The Daily Check-In
Every day for a week, I took a look around. I didn't vacuum, just observed. I started noticing little tumbleweeds of fur gathering in the corners, a fine dusting on the coffee table, and, of course, a generous coating on my black pants (mistake!).It's amazing!
- Day 1: A few stray hairs here and there, nothing major.
- Day 3: Definitely noticeable. Little fur bunnies starting to form.
- Day 5: Okay, it's getting real. I could probably knit a small sweater with the collected fur.
- Day 7: Wow. Just...wow. It's like a fur explosion happened.
Phase 4: The Final Vacuum and Verdict
After a full week, it was time for the grand finale – the final vacuuming. I went over everything again, just like at the beginning. And let me tell you, that vacuum bag was full. It was way heavier than the first time, that's for sure. I got much fur from my lovely pug.
My conclusion? Pugs shed. A lot. It's not a myth, it's a furry, undeniable truth. If you're thinking about getting a pug, be prepared to embrace the fur. It's part of the package. Would I trade Winston for a less-shedding dog? Absolutely not. But I am investing in a good lint roller… and maybe a robot vacuum.
