Is it normal for pug dogs to snort a lot?

Answer 1

Actually there are various reasons why pugs snort. The primary reason is due to their physical make up. Because they have flat faces and longer pallets they have increased "volume" when they breathe as opposed to breeds with elongated snouts. This does not mean they all have Asthma. There can be underlying issues (Allergies, bronchial infections and so on) but a yearly physical with a good vet will let you know the status of your pug's health.

With pugs having shorter nasal passages than dogs with longer ones, they are also much more likely to inhale dust, fuzz, lint, etc., which will cause them to snort. Unless your pug is sneezing a lot, coughing, or having breathing problems, the snorting is usually nothing to worry about.

Dogs in the brachycephalic breed (dogs with short snouts), such a pugs, pekingnese, bulldogs, etc., are also less tolerant to heat, and should not be left outdoors when the temperatures reach higher than 85 degrees. With their snouts being shorter, the air they breathe in isn't able to cool off before it reaches the lungs. This can result in the dog overheating and, in some cases, even death.