For the moment, Chugs have not been recognised as a breed by The Kennel Club here in the UK (October 2017), nor have they been accepted by other international breed associations. However, many breed clubs have been set up with their end goal being to make sure these little dogs are bred responsibly so the chances of them inheriting the many hereditary health disorders their parent breeds are known to suffer from, are kept to the minimum. As such, anyone hoping to share a home with an adorable Chug should always contact a reputable breeder who always has their stud dogs checked for any of the health issues that can affect both the Pug and the Chihuahua. Anyone wanting to share a home with a Chug puppy should also ask to see the test results of a puppy’s parents more especially the Pug.