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Why is my pug afraid of other pugs and how can I help him socialize?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 1 year old

My pug is afraid of other pugs . He barks at bigger dogs but when I met a female pug the other day he started to run and was clearly afraid . Why is that so ? And what could I do to help him get friendly with other pugs ?

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on May 25th, 2018

It may be that Jack was afraid of that particular Pug. Some dogs are very dominant and he may have been submissive to her. The more time you spend around a particular dog, the more likely they are to get along. I usually take my dogs for a long walk with the dog they are meeting. Usually by the end of the walk they are fine together. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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