A fawn-colored pug sits on green grass in a backyard during golden hour, with a wooden fence and trees softly blurred in the background.

Can Pugs Be Outside Dogs? Here’s Why They’re Better Off Indoors

Pugs are indoor dogs through and through. They were bred to be close companions, not independent outdoor pets. Between their physical limitations and emotional sensitivity, pugs simply aren’t suited for living outside or spending long stretches in the yard alone. That doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy the outdoors. Pugs love fresh air, short walks, and…