No, they are not. I've had pugs for 20 years, boxers for 26 years, a chow, labrador retrievers and weimariners, as well as mixed breeds (many of which were/are rescue dogs). read more
And I’ve not found pugs to be inferior my other dogs, physically or intectually. All breeds have their own unique traits and characteristics, and each dog has its own unique personality, but none have been smarter/less smart or have been more/less phycically fit. read more