Say Hello to Sibbi
Pug, 2 years old
My favourite thing about Sibbi is...
Sibbi is always happy. She is the happiest, friendliest, sweetest little dog. She is known as the most sociable dog in the park. I love nothing more than taking her for a walk on a nice day; she brightens up everyone day.
The biggest challenge with Sibbi is...
She sometimes likes to chase cars. No idea what she thinks will happen but it makes my blood curdle.
The most surprising thing about owning a Pug is...
I grew up with fawn pugs. Black ones are sparkier and cuddlier. the ones I grew up with were gorgeous but Sibbi is in a league of her own.
What I wish I’d known about Pugs is...
How much you end up loving them; it still amazes me every day!
Did you know
Now one of the most popular companion dog breeds, the Pug was made world famous in the film Men in Black (1997), when Mashu, a rescue Pug, played the part of a wise-cracking alien called Frank. He proved so popular that the character was expanded in the sequel made in 2002, by which time Mashu was seven years old and needed make up to cover his grey hairs! In the film he was even required to wear a $9,000 Italian suit. This popularity hasn’t done the breed any favours however as unscrupulous breeders have capitalised in on this sudden public interest. They are one of the most irresponsibly bred and puppy-farmed breeds, leading to a huge increase in health problems.
