One of my biggest goals for the PUGCAST is to give Pug Pawrents like you useful, reliable information to help you live your best Pug Life. Sometimes that means sharing real stories from fellow Pawrents, and other times it means bringing in the pros to chat about topics that are super impawtant — but don’t always come up during playgroup catch-ups.

That’s why I’ve been so excited to put together an episode focused entirely on Pug health and well-being — and yes, what it really costs to keep your squishy-faced bestie happy and healthy — from puppyhood all the way to their golden years.

Joining us is Chelsea the Vet Nurse, who brings not only expert knowledge but also a love for Squishy faces. She’s here to discuss all the impawtant health and well-being questions as well as share her wisdom to help you be practically and financially prepared for every snort and sneeze.

Now, there was so much to cover that I’ve split the episode into two parts, so you have plenty of time to take it all in. Part 1 dives into the early stages: from 8 weeks old through to 1 year — aka the puppy and adolescent phase. Part 2, which drops next week, will pick up from age one and cover adult, senior, and geriatric care.

In this episode we talk about:

• 05:50 Tell us a little bit about yourself Chelsea and your fur-family
• 09:00 Why is the relationship between the Vet team and the Pug-family so impawtant?
• 18:40 The cute phase; what you’re in for when your Pug Puppy comes home – initial Vet check/visit, vaccinations, microchipping and more
• 28:08 The demon phase; what you’re in for when your Pug Puppy hits adolescence – flea etc. treatment, de-sexing, dental care routines and training

Please note: prices quoted during the episode are estimates only and you should always speak to your Vet to get a more accurate quote for your Pug.

WANT TO LEARN MORE from Chelsea the Vet Nurse? Then you can find her here:

• Website: https://thegooddogscookieclub.square.site/about
• Instagram: @thegooddogscookieclub
• Email: [email protected]

WANNA JOIN US FOR YOUR VERY OWN EPISODE? Book your recording session here:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/[email protected]/bookings/

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