about Pug
Pug is a philosopher who happens to be a dog with a dorsal fin for an ear and a really nice collection of surfing shorts. Through his adventures on the beach, he leads us on a journey to overcoming fear, acceptance of ourselves and others, and creating new pathways for enrichment. Pug teaches us to slow down, calm down and maintain a positive frame of mind. He shows us that all things are possible, all dreams will become reality, and that hope abounds. He's part Dahli Lama, part Jimmy Buffett, and a whole lotta fun! Check out Pug's Friends.
why is Pug not a pug?
This whole adventure started one winter in Key West. The image is still vivid. I was sitting in the living room of the Petronia Street house, sketchbook in hand. Doodling casually and with no particular goal in mind, a small dog appeared on my page.
He had ears reminiscent of a dorsal fin, a long shark-like snout and a big smile. He was more fish than dog. Immediately it came to me that he was a philosopher, an island dog philosopher. And almost as quickly, his name appeared: PUG. Not because he was one, but because the name just fit.
Before long, Pug had developed a loyal following. His fans longed for more adventures and encouraged my path to publication. Right before the book was scheduled for typesetting, I suggested that Pug's name should be changed, but the Pug followers wouldn't have any part of it. They were adamant. How could I even dream of changing his name! They called me a heathen—and some other things, too. So the name stayed and the confusion began. But you'll see, once you read Pug At The Beach, his name will make perfect sense.
