Old Dominion Pug Dog Club
Furthering the advancement and
preservation of the Pug Dog Breed
If you have an interest in the pug, this is the site to visit. We are active as caretakers, protectors and lovers of the pug and committed to a high standard of owning, caring for and/or breeding pugs. We serve all people who are interested in this amazing breed, whether you’re competing in conformation and performance events, breeding, judging or just owning and loving your dogs.
If you go through our site and do not find the information that you need, contact us. We are here to serve you.
Twenty plus years ago a small group of individuals – all lovers of pugs – came together to form the Old Dominion Pug Dog Club. The goal? To promote pugs through participation in conformation (dog shows) and performance (sporting) events. Founded by Jean Dickerson and Rhettalou Isaksen, the club’s original membership only represented Virginia residents. It has since expanded to include members from across North America who have connections to our members in the Virginia and Maryland area.
The Old Dominion Pug Dog Club is one of many chapter clubs from around the country who are also part of the Pug Dog Club of America, which serves as the American Kennel Club’s “parent” club for the pug breed.
We are licensed by the AKC to conduct a host of activities in which pugs can compete, from conformation dog shows to agility, obedience and rally shows. Click here to learn more about our club
The pug is of ancient Chinese origin, named the Lo-sze or “Foo Dog.” They were prized possessions of the emperors of China and lived in a luxurious atmosphere, at times guarded by soldiers. Records show that three types of short-nosed dogs were bred by the Chinese.
Dutch traders brought the pugs from China to Holland and then to England. The more refined pug that we know today can be credited to the English. This happy little dog was enjoyed by many monarchs of Europe and to this day is a favorite with royalty and discerning people all over the world.
The American Kennel Club first recognized the breed in 1885. At first wildly popular, pug aficionados dwindled by the turn of the century. A few dedicated individuals kept the breed going, and slowly the pug reappeared on the American scene. The Pug Dog Club of America was founded in 1931 and recognized by the American Kennel Club that same year. Under the PDCA’s leadership, the pug is enjoying a steady rate of growth in popularity. To learn more about the pug click here!
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