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Pug & Pig
Pug Meets Pig
An unlikely pair—a pug and a pig!—realize that it’s better to be together.
Pug is a very happy pup. He has his own yard, his own bowl, and even his own cozy bed! That is, until Pig moves in and starts eating from Pug’s bowl, interrupting Pug’s routine, and, worst of all, sleeping in Pug’s bed. Will Pug and Pig ever learn to live together as friends?
This sweet and silly story about a darling duo celebrates the timeless themes of embracing change, being kind to others, and finding friends in unlikely places.
Pug is a very happy pup. He has his own yard, his own bowl, and even his own cozy bed! That is, until Pig moves in and starts eating from Pug’s bowl, interrupting Pug’s routine, and, worst of all, sleeping in Pug’s bed. Will Pug and Pig ever learn to live together as friends?
This sweet and silly story about a darling duo celebrates the timeless themes of embracing change, being kind to others, and finding friends in unlikely places.
40 pages, Hardcover
First published September 27, 2016
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June 18, 2019
I read this to my pupper (not a pug) and I think she was confused/annoyed why the dog didn’t just eat the pig. Seriously, she would be like “I ain’t letting no bacon sleep in my bed, that’s stupid. Wake up, ham! Lucky it ain’t dinner time.”
What’s it about?
A pug is perfectly happy in his home but when a pig shows up he’s worried it might change.
Pros:
The story is a nice one. Sure, it’s simple but keep in mind it is a picture book.
The art is wonderful! I absolutely love the adorable, cartoony art and the way this book is drawn.
As you could probably see from the image above the animals are super cute! That’s the main reason I picked up this book and read it to my pupper.
Some bits are funny.
The ending is wonderful!
Cons:
I didn’t like the part where the pug is sad. I ended up crying with my possibly confused dog beside me.
This book is pretty predictable. I know some may argue it’s a picture book but I’ve read some pretty surprising ones, not this ons though.
Overall:
This is a cute book. I think the sad element got me more than it was supposed to though. Sad things involving dogs, cats or monkeys is the one thing I can’t handle very well in a book. It’s still cute and has adorable animals, great art and some laughs so I liked it overall. I hear there’s actually a pug and pig series or at least one more book so I’ll probably read more of their adventures.
4/5
What’s it about?
A pug is perfectly happy in his home but when a pig shows up he’s worried it might change.
Pros:
The story is a nice one. Sure, it’s simple but keep in mind it is a picture book.
The art is wonderful! I absolutely love the adorable, cartoony art and the way this book is drawn.
As you could probably see from the image above the animals are super cute! That’s the main reason I picked up this book and read it to my pupper.
Some bits are funny.
The ending is wonderful!
Cons:
I didn’t like the part where the pug is sad. I ended up crying with my possibly confused dog beside me.
This book is pretty predictable. I know some may argue it’s a picture book but I’ve read some pretty surprising ones, not this ons though.
Overall:
This is a cute book. I think the sad element got me more than it was supposed to though. Sad things involving dogs, cats or monkeys is the one thing I can’t handle very well in a book. It’s still cute and has adorable animals, great art and some laughs so I liked it overall. I hear there’s actually a pug and pig series or at least one more book so I’ll probably read more of their adventures.
4/5
October 28, 2018
Pug loves his house and he loves his routine; everything is just right. He sleeps in his comfortable house, goes to “work” barking at the neighbors and digging holes, and eating from his personalized food bowl. That is, everything is just right until Pig arrives. Pig ruins everything. She shares his bed, eats from his bowl, and makes friends with the neighbors. But Pug learns that having a friend might not be so bad.
With adorable illustrations, Pug Meets Pig sends the message that change is not always bad and that friends can make even everyday activities more fun. Recommended for children ages four to eight, this book will be sure to delight them with it’s fun repetition and silly characters. Pug lovers, too, need this in their libraries. Pug’s expression are priceless and really capture pugs’ personalities.
Be sure to check out the sequel, Pug and Pig Trick-or-Treat . I hope that Gallion and Wan produce more Pug & Pig books!
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May 18, 2018
I've used this for preschool visits and the kids love anything with dogs and also a light bulb goes off in their heads once pug and pig start becoming friends. Themes: friendship, differences.
September 5, 2016
What a charming book! Pug is happy in his life and everything is going well until Pig arrives. It's a bit ironic that Kellee and I chose to review this book on the day my second son is going to arrive because it is perfect for teaching kids how to share and be understanding of others. It was very easy for my son to make connections between this book and the arrival of his new baby brother. We talked about how it is important to understand how others might be different from us. Further, we had a wonderful discussion about how sharing with others might actually make us happier, too. I love this book and think it would be a fantastic addition to any home or library. Readers will fall in love with the illustrations and characterization of Pug and Pig! It made us giggle!
November 15, 2016
With adorable illustrations, and an easy to comprehend story, Pug Meets Pig is sure to be an instant hit for readers of all ages. There's a wonderful message about friendship, kindness, acceptance, and learning to adapt to change. This book is great for sparking discussions about these kid friendly themes. This book also makes a wonderful read aloud. 4.5 stars
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June 27, 2016
Cute illustrations but I couldn't get past that Pug slept in the yard. Pugs are high maintenance lap dogs. Ain't no pug got time for sleeping in the yard. :-P
August 15, 2016
Super cute. Reminds me of Unlovable or Boot & Shoe. I think this would be a great storytime.
September 29, 2016
A delightful book on adjusting to change and making new friends. Dog-lovers will see their own pets in Pug's escapades! Can't wait to read this one to my grandson.
October 25, 2018
This book was SO. STINKIN'. ADORABLE.
December 12, 2019
A sweet book about friendship. No potty humor which is a rarity in picture books today!
December 14, 2019
The girls both enjoyed this - particularly the results of the soggy door widening. It’s a sweet story.
September 30, 2016
This book is adorable. It is about unexpected friendship and about sharing your home with somebody you once thought you could live without. It captures how nice it can feel to share things rather than keep them to ourselves What a silly and sweet pair the pig and pug make. I can guarantee you and your child will smile all the way thought this book. It is a perfect book for beginning readers as the text is simple and clear. A story that you will be reading over and over again because your children will absolutely fall in love with Pug and Pig!
July 20, 2016
I had the pleasure of reading an advance copy of Sue Gallion's debut picture book, Pug Meets Pig, and I can't wait until it's in stores! It's a hilarious and heartwarming story about change and the acceptance of others. If you've ever brought home a new baby or pet, you'll relate to Pug's predicament. The clean, elegant text is brilliantly brought to life with equally clean, elegant illustrations. This looks like the beginning of a beautiful friendship!
July 21, 2016
I have had the pleasure of reading PUG MEETS PIG. This charming tale of two very different creatures coming to terms and becoming friends is sure to resonate with young children and their families. I have ordered several copies for myself and intend to order other copies as gifts for families and friends.
July 20, 2016
Sue Gallion's Pug Meets Pig is delightful! It's the story of a darling pug who gets an unwelcome housemate and has to learn to share his space and his belongings. Joyce Wan's warm colors and round illustrations help make Pug Meets Pig even cuter.
September 25, 2016
I was pleasantly surprised to find this adorable pug book to add to my collection. I love the story & illustrations. They perfectly compliment one another in this cozy story of companionship.
November 7, 2016
Obviously I love this because I've had pugs in my life since I was born and have always wanted a pig. If I could have both at the same time, my heart might explode.
November 11, 2016
Fun and cute book about friends. Loved it.
January 15, 2020
This book begins with a pug who happily lives a lifestyle of the lone pet within his household. He eats his own food, plays in his own backyard, and loves to sleep in his own bed. However, one day pig shows up and begins to intrude on the lifestyle pug has built for himself. Pig begins to eat pugs food, play in pugs backyard, and even sleep in pugs bed. After getting fed up, pug packs his things to move away from his new housemate only to discover the privileges of the doggy door. After discovering he can enter and leave when he pleases, pug decides against his idea to move. However, in an effort to use the same door, pig gets stuck because his rear end doesn’t fit through the given doggy door. Realizing pig needed help, pug decided to set their differences aside and chew at the door until pig could fit through it. As a result, pug and pig became the most unlikely of friends as they began to eat together, play in the yard together, and even sleep in the same bed.
Characters: pug is more of an independent character who seems opposed to change and faithful to routine. His character appears moody more so than happy throughout the book. On the cover, pug is illustrated with a scowl on his face to foreshadow his future irritation throughout the book.
Pig on the other hand is more oblivious to his surroundings. He seems more invested in making friends and being comfortable which in turn makes him clueless to the frustration he causes throughout the book.
I loved how the illustrations within the book were filled with color. The backgrounds rotated from completely white, to illustrations covering the entire page. Every other page, the font color changed color (black vs. white). The different emotions were shown through the expression of the characters to set the tone for how each animal felt. Whether it was a scowl or a smirk, it was easy to tell if the characters were happy, mad, or even sad. I felt like the author used visual more than verbal as the pictures were more focused on the pages than the words. without reading, you could grasp an idea of what was going on throughout the book and what the author intended.
This book could be a great lesson to teach students on the importance of understanding phonemes. Since pug and pig only decipher by one letter, it could be a great learning experience to make your students understand that a single letter completely changes the noun it's representing. Since pig and pug are such entirely different characters with opposite personality traits, it can show how one single letter can change everything. This book can also be used for a lesson on sharing and problem solving. As children, it's sometimes hard to grasp the importance of letting others use your things and finding a compromise to build friendships. However, this book does a great job of helping students understand the power of sharing to form the most unlikely of friendships.
Overall, this was a very cute book and would be a great quick read within your classroom.
Characters: pug is more of an independent character who seems opposed to change and faithful to routine. His character appears moody more so than happy throughout the book. On the cover, pug is illustrated with a scowl on his face to foreshadow his future irritation throughout the book.
Pig on the other hand is more oblivious to his surroundings. He seems more invested in making friends and being comfortable which in turn makes him clueless to the frustration he causes throughout the book.
I loved how the illustrations within the book were filled with color. The backgrounds rotated from completely white, to illustrations covering the entire page. Every other page, the font color changed color (black vs. white). The different emotions were shown through the expression of the characters to set the tone for how each animal felt. Whether it was a scowl or a smirk, it was easy to tell if the characters were happy, mad, or even sad. I felt like the author used visual more than verbal as the pictures were more focused on the pages than the words. without reading, you could grasp an idea of what was going on throughout the book and what the author intended.
This book could be a great lesson to teach students on the importance of understanding phonemes. Since pug and pig only decipher by one letter, it could be a great learning experience to make your students understand that a single letter completely changes the noun it's representing. Since pig and pug are such entirely different characters with opposite personality traits, it can show how one single letter can change everything. This book can also be used for a lesson on sharing and problem solving. As children, it's sometimes hard to grasp the importance of letting others use your things and finding a compromise to build friendships. However, this book does a great job of helping students understand the power of sharing to form the most unlikely of friendships.
Overall, this was a very cute book and would be a great quick read within your classroom.
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January 30, 2020
Pug meets Pig is about a Pug who has everything to himself then surprisingly gets a new companion. The story starts off with Pug having his own home, food bowl, yard, and bed. All is well until Pig comes to his house and takes over all of his things. Pug is now left without food, no bed, and a shared yard and home against his will. Pug is thinking about leaving until he discovers that there is a new doggy door where he can enter the house and not have to worry about being around Pig. Then, Pig attempts to fit through the door and gets stuck. Pug decides to help Pig because Pig is sad. Pug claws and chews the door until it is big enough for Pig to fit through. Pug and Pig then become friends and start sharing all of Pug's things and everyone is content.
I did enjoy this book. Pug and Pig's situation is similar to the situations among school children today. Kids have to learn how to tolerate other kids, be nice, and be more selfless. I believe Pug Meets Pig is a good book for teaching friendship, kindness, sharing, and dealing with change. Pug has to learn all of these things through Pig's arrival. Any kid can gain something from reading this book. Although, I think that the message isn't as clear as some other children's books. I believe it would be a good idea to read this book as a class and then talk about the implications as a whole, so the kids do draw meaning from the book. This book would be useful for Pre-K to 2nd grade. You could also ask the children to pick one lesson they learned from the book to focus on that week in class, whether that be sharing, kindness, etc. This would be an effective application of the story.
I did enjoy this book. Pug and Pig's situation is similar to the situations among school children today. Kids have to learn how to tolerate other kids, be nice, and be more selfless. I believe Pug Meets Pig is a good book for teaching friendship, kindness, sharing, and dealing with change. Pug has to learn all of these things through Pig's arrival. Any kid can gain something from reading this book. Although, I think that the message isn't as clear as some other children's books. I believe it would be a good idea to read this book as a class and then talk about the implications as a whole, so the kids do draw meaning from the book. This book would be useful for Pre-K to 2nd grade. You could also ask the children to pick one lesson they learned from the book to focus on that week in class, whether that be sharing, kindness, etc. This would be an effective application of the story.
August 15, 2021
PUG MEETS PIG is a cute book of new friendship, change, and accommodating others. Pug loves his life, including his bowl, his yard, and his bed. One day, things change, when someone new arrives - Pig. Pig takes over all the things Pug loves, and he decides to pack up his things and go. But then, he finds something new - a doggy door on the house. Once again, his things are his own again, but then he notices that Pig also wants to come in. Pug decides to help him too, and soon, they are the best of friends, sharing everything.
What I loved: This simple story is great for the youngest of readers, who will appreciate the frustrating feelings of change but also understand the need to share and accommodate others. Toddlers and preschoolers will really like the repetitive text and simple story that they can follow with parallels to their own lives. The text is also great for early readers with short and simple sentences. The font itself is large and easy to read, great for reading aloud or starting out.
Although simple, the plot holds some great lessons about making space for someone new and the power of new friendships. For young children who may be experiencing new things and meeting new people, these lessons will resonate. The colorful illustrations and expressive, cute animal characters are also great for young children and help tell the story well.
Final verdict: With a simple story and delightful characters, PUG MEETS PIG is a picture book that is sure to resonate with toddlers and preschoolers.
Please note that I received a review copy. All opinions are my own.
What I loved: This simple story is great for the youngest of readers, who will appreciate the frustrating feelings of change but also understand the need to share and accommodate others. Toddlers and preschoolers will really like the repetitive text and simple story that they can follow with parallels to their own lives. The text is also great for early readers with short and simple sentences. The font itself is large and easy to read, great for reading aloud or starting out.
Although simple, the plot holds some great lessons about making space for someone new and the power of new friendships. For young children who may be experiencing new things and meeting new people, these lessons will resonate. The colorful illustrations and expressive, cute animal characters are also great for young children and help tell the story well.
Final verdict: With a simple story and delightful characters, PUG MEETS PIG is a picture book that is sure to resonate with toddlers and preschoolers.
Please note that I received a review copy. All opinions are my own.
April 29, 2019
Pug Meets Pig tells the story of an unlikely friendship. Pug is a very happy puppy. He has his own bowl, his own house, his own bowl, his own everything! And he likes it that way. One day, a new friend moves in named Pig. Pug does not like Pig, and does not want to share. It isn't until the end of the story that Pug realizes that having a friend around is BETTER than being alone. Pug and Pig become the best of friends and share everything!
I loved this book; it was so cute! I have three pugs at home, so any book with pugs in it is special to me! I loved the moral of sharing embedded throughout this story, as well as the precious illustrations.
You could for sure use this book in a classroom to teach younger kiddos about sharing. You could have the students make a list of 5 things that they love and have them bring those items to class. Then, on sharing day, all of the kids could share their favorite things with one another. This is a really sweet book and could be a great resource to teach small children about the importance of sharing!
I loved this book; it was so cute! I have three pugs at home, so any book with pugs in it is special to me! I loved the moral of sharing embedded throughout this story, as well as the precious illustrations.
You could for sure use this book in a classroom to teach younger kiddos about sharing. You could have the students make a list of 5 things that they love and have them bring those items to class. Then, on sharing day, all of the kids could share their favorite things with one another. This is a really sweet book and could be a great resource to teach small children about the importance of sharing!
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February 7, 2020Pug Meets pig is a story about Pug who lives at home with a routine. He eats, sleeps, and works at the same places. One day, Pig walks into the backyard. He eats from his bowl, sleeps in his house, and even makes friends with the cat. This upsets Pug until he realizes he has a doggy door. Pig tried to follow him inside, but he just can not fit. Pug decides to help him and chews around the doggy door. They become friends and do everything together and they are happy.
I liked this book but thought it was not very unique. I think it was a cute story about being friends with people, but there just was not much to it. The illustrations are what drew me to the book, but that was probably the best part.
This story could be used in a very young classroom to talk about being nice and getting along with other students. Personally, I probably wouldn't use this book in a classroom, because it does not seem to have anything very special about it.
I liked this book but thought it was not very unique. I think it was a cute story about being friends with people, but there just was not much to it. The illustrations are what drew me to the book, but that was probably the best part.
This story could be used in a very young classroom to talk about being nice and getting along with other students. Personally, I probably wouldn't use this book in a classroom, because it does not seem to have anything very special about it.
March 9, 2018
Pug is happy with his house, his yard, and his doggy things until the day Pig shows up. Suddenly, Pug has to share! Pug decides to run away, but then he notices that he has his own doggy door. When Pig won't fit through the door, Pug has a change of heart and decides to help Pig out.
This book went over VERY well at storytime. The kids were absolutely indignant on Pug's behalf when Pig starting getting all up in his business! Later, when Pug and Pig make friends, the children actually cheered. They were so into it! I highly recommend this one for your storytimes.
This book went over VERY well at storytime. The kids were absolutely indignant on Pug's behalf when Pig starting getting all up in his business! Later, when Pug and Pig make friends, the children actually cheered. They were so into it! I highly recommend this one for your storytimes.
September 8, 2019
This book is about a dog named Pug who loves his life. Then one day a Pig shows up at his house as the new pet. Pug does not like Pig at all because he keeps using everything that is Pugs. This makes Pug consider running away, till he discovers his dog door that lets him inside away from Pig. One day Pig tries to go through the dog door and gets stuck. Pug scratches till the door is bigger, letting Pig inside. From then on Pug and Pig become best friends. I really liked this book! It was very cute and kept a simple theme which is good for younger kids. I also liked the repetitiveness throughout the whole book. I would use this book in my classroom to teach the students about making new friends and not judging people when you first meet them. It is also good to help kids learn to read since there are few words on each page and they are mostly simple words.
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July 13, 2019Change is hard. Just ask Pug. His life is perfect, until Pig shows up. Gallion's message on acceptance and adaptation is important for little people and big people alike. And the happy ending is a nice reassurance that change, even though it is hard, can lead to good things. The parallel writing structure and bold illustrations should be a hit at story time.
***2018 Winner of the Missouri Building Block Picture Book Award***
***2018 Winner of the Missouri Building Block Picture Book Award***
August 29, 2019
I love this book! Pug is so happy at home with the different things he does. And then pig moves in, and nothing is the same. The story shows that being kind to others is often the beginning of love and friendship.
**Talking points - Can you think of a time when life changed because someone entered it? How did it feel at first? How did life feel after you got to know the person. Did your kindness to them, or their kindness to you make a difference? Is there a situation happening right now where kindness can make a difference?
**Talking points - Can you think of a time when life changed because someone entered it? How did it feel at first? How did life feel after you got to know the person. Did your kindness to them, or their kindness to you make a difference? Is there a situation happening right now where kindness can make a difference?
December 12, 2020
Pug is perfectly happy with his life until Pig arrives.
Pig seems to be intentionally messing up everything for Pug.
Pug escapes indoors and Pig can't follow.
Pug feels sorry for Pig and lets Pig in.
A good book for someone with a new sibling.
I do think that the sequel Pug & Pig Trick-or-Treat is better.
Pig seems to be intentionally messing up everything for Pug.
Pug escapes indoors and Pig can't follow.
Pug feels sorry for Pig and lets Pig in.
A good book for someone with a new sibling.
I do think that the sequel Pug & Pig Trick-or-Treat is better.
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September 15, 2021Pug loves his home; he has a place to eat, a place to work, and a place to sleep. Then one day, Pig arrives, and Pug's live is turned upside down. Everywhere he wants to be, there's Pig! When he finally finds some peace, he realizes that maybe being alone isn't everything he wanted after all.
The pages are short, the illustrations are bold, and it would be perfect for preschool aged kiddos and beginning readers.
The pages are short, the illustrations are bold, and it would be perfect for preschool aged kiddos and beginning readers.
September 11, 2023
Life is good for Pug, the dog.
At least, life is good for Pug... until Pig arrives.
This is a toddler-suitable story about sharing and learning how to live together.
An older child, or adult, might wonder how come the dog gets a name. Whereas the pig doesn't really rate a name.
But this tale is simple, for the very youngest readers. It delivers about as much nuance as most of them can likely handle. Plus the ending is sweet.
Sure then, FIVE STARS.
FIVE STARS, then.
At least, life is good for Pug... until Pig arrives.
This is a toddler-suitable story about sharing and learning how to live together.
An older child, or adult, might wonder how come the dog gets a name. Whereas the pig doesn't really rate a name.
But this tale is simple, for the very youngest readers. It delivers about as much nuance as most of them can likely handle. Plus the ending is sweet.
Sure then, FIVE STARS.
FIVE STARS, then.
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