The new year is certainly shaping up to be the year of the pug. Here are a few of my smooshed-faced buddies who are primed to make some noise in 2013.
Jack
Why? Jack is a one-eyed pirate pug. And he runs a booming business on Etsy.
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Murphy
Why? Murphy is a leader in the P.A.M.C. (Pugs Against Mondays Campaign)
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Franky and Elly
Why? Franky, bottom, is the guide dog for his buddy Elly, top, who is blind. These pugs, from Wales, were adopted about a year ago and they are just hitting their stride.
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Gus and Annabelle
Why? Gus, left, has all the good looks. And Annabelle, middle, is revolutionizing the health care system as a therapy dog. That's me, Hamilton, on the right.
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