Welcome! Your visit to this page means you are curious about the rare silver pug. You have come to the right place.
The unique coloring of a silver pug sets it apart from the more common pug colors and can make it quite eye-catching.
Being a pug parent for several years I will provide insights into the silver pug, including everything about silver pug for sale, price, names and more.
So lets dive in to the fascinating world of the unique silver pugs.
Silver Pug Dog
The silver pug dog is a rare variation of the pug breed, characterized by a lustrous coat of light gray or silver color, often with hints of black or charcoal.
They are almost same as their other pug colors except for their captivating smooth and glossy coat color.
Just like its black and fawn counterparts, the adorable pug silver has a small square and compact built with a relatively large head and wrinkled face with a short, flat muzzle.
Their large expressive eyes in addition to the black “mask” or marking around their eyes and muzzle adds to their beauty.
Similar to other colored pugs , silver pug dogs are 10-13 inches tall and 14 – 18 pounds in weight. The life expectancy of this charming, playful breed is 10-13 years as stated by the American Kennel Club AKC.
They are intelligent, playful and social, and thrive in love care and attention just like all pugs.
In accordance with the guidelines set by the Pug Dog Club of America, the AKC officially approves only the color black and fawn for pugs and not the silver color.
Though AKC does not approve silver as a standard breed color, the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and the Kennel Club of the UK (KC) recognizes silver as a standard color for pugs. The Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) recognizes “silver – fawn” as a standard color.
Silver Pug Puppies
The silver color coat in a pug is caused by a recessive gene that must be carried by both parents. So silver pug puppies are generally less common than fawn or black.
Though very unique and fascinating, silver pug puppies inherit the same health concerns as any other pug.
Pugs are flat faced and short muzzles, they are prone to Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) which can cause difficulty in breathing, snoring and overheating. They can also have eye problems , skin sensitivity and joint issues.
Hence before buying a pug you should do a thorough research, understand their heath concerns and be ready to provide appropriate care.
Silver Pug for Sale
If you are planning to bring home a pug , you should take some extra precautions while buying a one.
You must find a reputable breeder who follows ethical practices and prioritizes health and well being of the pup before anything else.
Just as in the case of unique white pugs, here are some ways to do your research to get a healthy silver pup:
- The national breed club for pugs in USA , the Pug Dog Club of America (PDCA) is dedicated to the welfare and responsible breeding of pugs. You can find trust worthy pug breeders who follow ethical practices from the PDCA breeders directory.
- Continental Kennel Club (CKC), one of the largest all-breed canine registries in the United States and the world, also has a marketplace listing breeders of different breeds including pugs. You can search for breeders nearby your location who mention they have silver pugs.
- The American Kennel Club recognizes only black and fawn and does not recognize silver as standard pug color. So you cannot search specifically for silver pugs. But you can browse through the listings for reputable pug breeders from the AKC directory who may also have silver pug puppies for sale.
- These are only few resources and you can do independent research or search other places like social media groups , breed clubs and rescue organizations.
Always look for transparent and responsible breeders who follow the breed standards, practice ethical breeding practices, open to communication and provide necessary health records.
Silver Pug Price
Determining a particular price range for the pug silver can be very challenging as it depends on several factors some of which are:
- Breeder reputation – Responsible breeders who follow ethical practices and provide health testing and puppy socialization generally charge more than unethical breeders.
- Locality – Cities that are densely populated and have high demand for the breed may see higher prices than rural areas
- Puppy traits – Individual pug characteristics such as its health, pedigree, coat quality also affect the price of the pug
Considering all these factors a rough estimate for a silver pug in United States can be between 1000 $ to 3000$.
Thoroughly do your own research and prioritize breeder reputation and health and well being of the puppy over price.
Silver Pug Names
Choosing name for your furry companion can be fun and creative. Here are some names:
Silver or moon inspired names:
- Chrome
- Silverado
- Ghost
- Moonshine
- Luna
- Smokey
- Twilight
- Stardust
- Steel
- Mistique
- Sterling
- Mercury
- Luna
- Misty
- Ash
- Nimbus
- Shadow
- Silhouette
- Quicksilver
- Cinder
Pug related names:
- Wrinkles
- Snort
- Wrinkly
- Squishy
- Smush
- Button
- Chubbs
- Rollie
- Squiggles
- Puggles
- Pugo
- Grumbles
- Snuggles
- Puglet
- Wiggles
- Pudge
Playful and Unique names:
- Comet
- Rocket
- Bolt
- Zoom
- Dash
- Flash
- Quicksilver
- Quickstep
- Dappled
- Patches
- Sprout
- Whiskers
- Buttons
- Twinkle
- Squeak
- Pipsqueak
- Fuzzbutt
- Snickerdoodle
Silver Pug Images
Here are few silver pug images from social media.
Images shared by @elsie.pug, @bilbothesilverpug, @smokeyandmaia and @elsie.pug respectively on Instagram.
FAQ
What does a silver pug look like?
A silver pug is just a pug of any other color except for its smooth and glossy coat ranging from a light, cool silver to a soft, smoky gray.
As in all pugs, the rare silver pug has a small compact square built up with a round distinctive head and a short flat muzzle.
Their large expressive eyes and a wrinkled face adds to their charm.
Are silver pugs rare?
Yes silver pugs are relatively rare compared to their black and fawn counterparts.
The silver color coat in a pug is caused by a recessive gene, which means both parents need to carry the gene for the puppy to be born, which makes them rare.
Also kennel clubs like the American Kennel Club does not recognize silver as the standard pug color which may limit their breeding or participation in shows, potentially curbing their numbers.
Do silver pugs shed?
Yes, just like their black and fawn counterparts, silver pugs have moderate to heavy shedding all the year around.
They may shed more during seasonal changes, like Spring and Autumn as they shed their thicker winter coat.
However shedding varies from pug to pug depending on other factors like their age, diet and health.
Are silver pugs more expensive?
Silver pugs are rare and unique, hence generally more expensive than their black and fawn counterparts.
Several factors may influence their price, like their geographic location and local demand, breeder reputation and ethics, and individual puppy traits like their health, conformation etc.
What is a silver pug?
Silver pug is a rare and unique version of the pug dog breed where the coat color is shimmering gray to silver.
They have the same adorable features of the pug like the wrinkled face, floppy ears, expressive eyes and curly tail.
Though not recognized by the American Kennel Club, these pugs are gaining popularity nowadays.
Summing Up
Silver pug dogs are rare, unique and fascinating.
However, finding a healthy, happy silver pug puppy requires dedicated research and patience.
Note that the silver coat is just one aspect. Prioritize ethical and responsible breeders and good health when choosing your puppy.
Understand their health concerns, consider your lifestyle and ability to provide long-term care, and then welcome your magical furry friend!
