What Should I Look For When Selecting a Veterinarian For My Pug? The first thing that most people look for when choosing a veterinarian for their pug is location. Obviously, a vet who is close by is ideal. However, while location is important, it is far from the only thing to consider. In the original 101 Dalmatians movie, Pongo has 72 spots, Perdita has 68 and each of the puppies has 32. Real dalmations have unique numbers and patterns of spots, almost like a human beigns fingerprint. A good first step is to ask a friend with a pet to recommend a vet. Once they�ve done that, make sure that the vet�s credentials are valid. Another good tip is to show up for an inspection without calling. If you are planning to look into a particular vet, pack your pets up and take an unannounced ride to investigate the vet�s office. This way, you will see what the vet is actually like on an average day. Pharaoh Hounds have an unusual feature. They are the only breed of dogs that "blushes". They do this when they are excited or happy. When they "blush" their ears, nose and eyes will become pink. It�s also a good idea to consider the hours that the veterinarian�s office is open. If it is not open all days of the week then, while it may be a good choice for general care, you may want to find an alternate emergency veterinarian ahead of time, in case you should ever need their services during off hours. Schipperke is Flemmish for "little captain" and the name is appropriate because most schipperkes seem to act almost human. they are happy, intelligent and usually enjoy being the center of the universe around them. It is vital for both you and your pug to be comfortable at the vet, so be sure to meet the staff. Make a note of how all staff members treat you and your pug, as well as how they treat any other people and pets that may be there at the time. Also, ask whether or not the same vet will be treating your pug during every visit. In some larger clinics you may actually be dealing with several veterinarians. By following these steps, you should be able to find a wonderful veterinarian. The Giant Schnauzer is known in german as "Riesenschnauzer", meaning "the giant". It should closely resemble the other Schnauzers, miniature and standard. However, they are really completely unique and unrelated breeds. They have just developed in such a way, over time, that they look similar to each other.