Hug

Dog Breed Profile

Hug History

The Hug (or Huug) is a visual programming language developed by the Swedish company SimCorp A/S in 1980.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

Unknown

Ancestry

Siberian Husky, Pug

Hug Physical Characteristics

The Hug is a toy, non-sporting breed that is typically 10 to 11.5 inches at the withers and weighs between 3.5 and 5.5 pounds. They have a rounded, compact body and short, fine, silky hair that is white, cream, or a mixture of these colors. The nose is dark or pink. The eyes are typically blue or light blue. The ears are erect and medium sized. The tail is curved and thick. They are a happy, outgoing and friendly little breed of dog.

Eye Colors

Blue, Brown, Amber

Nose Colors

Black, Brown

Coat Colors

Brindle, Silver, Gray, Black, Fawn

Height Range

Male Height Range: 16 – 22 inches

Female Height Range: 16 – 22 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 30 – 60 lbs

Female Weight Range: 30 – 60 lbs

Hug Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Hug Health Concerns

Entropion, Cataracts, Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Mast Cell Tumors, Atopy Dermatitis, Epilepsy, Von Willebrand’s Disease, Obesity, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hug Temperament and Behaviour

The Hug is a calm, laid-back, and gentle breed of dog. They are extremely devoted to their families and like to spend as much time with their owners as possible. They require a lot of attention and affection, but will usually get along well with other pets and kids. They can sometimes be wary of strangers, but will usually be polite with them.

Hug Activity Requirements

The Gentle Giant, also known as the Huggie or Dogge, is a large, gentle dog that originated in Cuba. This impressive, giant puppy is among the most popular and well-known of companion dogs. While hug dogs are very gentle by nature, they do still require regular exercise. They may not be the most energetic of breeds, but they still benefit from regular walks or playtime. A hug dog’s large size may make them look intimidating, but they are generally a very friendly and sweet dog. They thrive on attention and affection, making them a great companion for people of all ages.