The Pig the Pug Series in Order

About the Pig the Pug series

Series Premise

Pig the Pug is a greedy, self-centered dog who wants everything for himself—food, toys, attention, prizes—and refuses to share or play fair with Trevor, his kind, long-suffering dachshund friend/roommate. In each book, Pig's selfishness leads to a ridiculous situation: hoarding toys until they collapse on him, cheating in a kibble-eating contest and getting caught, lying about a mess and facing consequences, refusing to bathe until he stinks up the house, or sneaking out of obedience school. Trevor often tries to reason with Pig or gets dragged into the chaos, but Pig's stubbornness prevails until a funny mishap (a fall, a mess, public embarrassment) forces him to learn a simple lesson about sharing, honesty, kindness, sportsmanship, or good manners. The premise is consistent and reassuring: bad behavior has immediate, humorous repercussions, but Pig always gets another chance (and Trevor forgives him). The stories gently teach social-emotional skills without preaching—Pig's flaws are exaggerated for laughs, and resolutions are positive, showing growth (even if temporary). Themes include friendship, consequences, empathy, and the joy of cooperation.

Main Characters

Pig the Pug: The star—a greedy, selfish, sausage-obsessed pug with big eyes, a wrinkly face, and an insatiable appetite for more. He hoards, cheats, lies, and throws tantrums, but his over-the-top naughtiness makes him comical and endearing. Pig learns lessons the hard (and hilarious) way but remains lovably flawed.
- Trevor the Dachshund: Pig's patient, good-natured roommate—a long, low-slung sausage dog with a sweet expression. Trevor is kind, tries to reason with Pig, and often gets dragged into trouble but never holds grudges. He represents friendship, patience, and the voice of reason.
- Minor/recurring: No large cast—occasional background characters (owners, other dogs, contest judges) appear briefly. The focus stays on Pig and Trevor, with their dynamic driving every story.

Setting

The setting is a simple, cozy modern home shared by Pig and Trevor—a bright, colorful house with rooms full of toys, a kitchen for food antics, a bathroom for bath-time disasters, and a backyard or nearby spaces for outdoor mischief. The environment is everyday and relatable: dog beds, toy piles, dinner bowls, obedience school yards, and occasional holiday decorations or contest venues. No exotic locations—just a domestic world that feels familiar to kids. The focus stays tight on the two dogs and their immediate surroundings, keeping stories accessible and easy to follow. Illustrations fill every page with vibrant colors, exaggerated expressions, and funny details that extend the text.

Tone & Themes

The tone is playful, silly, and light-hearted—pure comedic fun with a gentle moral undercurrent. Blabey's rhyming text is bouncy and rhythmic, perfect for read-alouds, while the illustrations are bold, expressive, and full of energy: Pig's dramatic facial expressions, over-the-top tantrums, and slapstick accidents deliver big laughs. The humor is physical and situational—falls, messes, embarrassed pugs—never mean-spirited. Lessons are clear but subtle: sharing is better, lying gets you in trouble, kindness feels good. The books feel joyful and forgiving—Pig is naughty but lovable, Trevor is patient and sweet, and every story ends on an upbeat note with friendship intact. It's ideal for young children: funny, relatable, and reassuring, with no scary or sad elements.

Aaron Blabey's Pig the Pug series is a joyful, laugh-out-loud favorite for young children, delivering over a dozen rhyming picture books that pair bold illustrations with simple, relatable lessons about sharing, honesty, kindness, and good behavior. Through Pig's selfish antics and Trevor's patient friendship, the stories use slapstick humor and gentle comeuppances to teach social-emotional skills without ever feeling preachy. With vibrant art, bouncy rhymes, and lovable characters, the books are perfect for read-aloud giggles, bedtime routines, or classroom discussions—proving that even the greediest pug can learn (eventually) and that true friends stick around through every mess. A delightful, enduring series that brings big laughs and small lessons to little listeners everywhere.