My middle son loves pugs. He’s generally nervous around dogs, but pugs are the exception. He gets so excited any time we meet a pug in person, and if he sees a pug toy, pug shirt, or anything else featuring these wrinkly pups, he starts counting his allowance money to see if he can buy it.
That means we’ve read just about every pug book our local library has to offer! This list contains our favorites — stories that are as adorable as the dogs who inspired them.
9 Children’s Books About Pugs
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Pig the Pug by Aaron Blabey — This was my son’s favorite pick from the school book fair this year! Pig is a selfish pug who doesn’t want to share any of his treats or toys with his friend Trevor. Pig soon learns the hard way that being selfish has its consequences! Check out these other books in the Pig the Pug series.
Pugs in a Bug by Carolyn Crimi — This rhyming book teaches counting and addition as a car full of pugs make their way through town in their little car. The end their adventure at an exciting puppy parade. This book is full of silly fun!
Chick ‘n’ Pug by Jennifer Sattler — Chick is adventurous. Pug is…sleepy. Chick looks up to Pug and wants him to save the day when a suspicious cat enters the scene. When Pug is unmotivated, Chick has to take matters into his own hands to save the day. Check out these other books in the Chick ‘n’ Pug series.
Princess Pink and the Land of Fake Believe #3: The Three Little Pugs by Noah Z. Jones — Princess Pink meets three pugs who also happen to be shady used car salesmen in the Land of Fake Believe. Princess Pink and her friend Moldylocks must work together to help a friend who’s been swindled by these dishonest doggies. This is one of our favorite series for early readers.
Unlovable by Dan Yaccarino — Other pets make fun of Alfred the Pug’s short legs and his squished face, which makes Alfred quite sure that he’s unlovable. When Alfred meets a dog named Rex, he wants to be friends so badly that he isn’t honest about himself. What will Rex think when he learns the truth? This book is a sweet story about the true meaning of friendship.
Pug by Ethan Long — It’s cold and snowy, but Pug is determined to go on a walk, no matter how bad the weather may be. This fun story is perfect for brand new readers, with short repetitive sentences and simple sight words.
Pugs of the Frozen North (A Not-So-Impossible Tale) by Philip Reeve — Sika and Shen want to win the sled dog race more than anything — the winner gets a magical wish granted! However, they don’t have any sled dogs. All they have are pug puppies. And it takes a LOT of pug puppies to pull a sled! School-aged kids will love this funny chapter book.
Captain Pug: The Dog Who Sailed the Seas by Laura James — Pug would love to stay home and enjoy his jam tart, but his friend Lady Miranda has plans for an adventure on the high seas. When Pug and Lady Miranda are separated, Pug must overcome his fear of water and use his bravery to become a real captain. The next book in this series is available November 2017!
Pug Meets Pig by Sue Lowell Gallion — Pug has a happy life — until Pig shows up! Pig eats Pug’s food, sleeps in Pug’s bed, and messes up Pug’s regular routine. Pug doesn’t like the change and doesn’t want to share his favorite things. Can these two adorable creatures ever become friends?
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