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Pugs are adorable dogs with unique features. If you’ve been considering adopting one of the Pug mixes out there today, then you have quite a few options to choose from. Pugs, themselves, have the cutest little wrinkled faces, plump bodies, short muzzles, and the curliest of tails. Just the appearance of a Pug makes it impossible not to fall in love with one if you see it, which is responsible for many pet parents ending up with a Pug of their very own.
Sadly, inbreeding has resulted in quite a few health problems for these cute creatures. On the other hand, the health issues make this breed a prime candidate for designer doggy breeding, which can result in a dog with fewer health concerns than its purebred parents.
If you’re looking to purchase or adopt a Pug mix, you could be worried about which one to choose and the health issues that might come with it. In this article, we’ll list a few of our favorite Pug mixes and let you know what to expect in each one.
The 20 Gorgeous Pug Mixes
1. Puggle (Beagle x Pug)
The Puggle comes in at number one on our list. An occasional barker, the Puggle is a mix between a Pug and a Beagle. They reach a weight of between 18 to 30 pounds, making them a small to medium-sized dog. Reaching a height of 13 to 15 inches, this adorable Pug mix has a lifespan of 10 to 15 years. The Puggle isn’t hypoallergenic, however.
A perky, happy pet, they have a curious nature and a moderate activity level. Slightly challenging to train, the Puggle makes a good pet for families and does well with other pets and children if they’re trained and socialized as a puppy. Puggles are known to be gentle, affectionate, intelligent, and social as well.
2. Chug (Chihuahua x Pug)
If you’re looking for a smaller Pug mix, the Chug might be the best choice for you. A mix between a Pug and a Chihuahua, the Chug grows to be between 10 to 20 pounds and to a height of between 6 to 12 inches, making it a small breed of dog. With a lifespan of 10 to 15 years, the Chug is an occasional barker and has a low to moderate activity level. In addition, the Chug can be hypoallergenic.
This intelligent, loyal, affectionate pet can be stubborn at times, so it is a little difficult to train. A happy-go-lucky breed, your Chug will do great living in an apartment setting. This breed makes a good family pet and can be good with children and other pets with a little training and socialization as a puppy.
3. Daug (Dachshund x Pug)
A mix between a Pug and a Dachshund, you can’t get more adorable than the Daug mix. Fairly intelligent, this breed grows to be between 15 to 25 pounds with a maximum height of 15 inches. This breed is slightly active but does tend to bark frequently.
While they’re not hypoallergenic, the Daug is moderately easy to train and makes a good family pet. They’re sweet, loving, affectionate, and can be protective of their family. While they do have a tendency to chase smaller animals, they will do well with other dogs and pets if they’re socialized and trained too early on in life.
4. Muggin (Miniature Pinscher x Pug)
An adorable mix between a Pug and a Miniature Pinscher, the Muggin is a small breed ranging from 10 to 14 inches and reaches between 12 to 14 pounds by adulthood. With a lifespan of 12 to 15 years, the Muggin is small but makes an energetic companion for someone who is active, as they are fairly active too.
This breed isn’t hypoallergenic and tends to be excitable, and barks frequently. Your Muggin will be happy most of the time but has a low tolerance for being left alone, so make sure you have plenty of time to spend with your canine pal. In addition, this breed has a tendency to gain weight easily, so make sure to keep an eye on its diet also.
While the Muggin makes a good family pet, they do tend to nip, so you want to be careful with them around children and other pets. However, they can be good with both if trained and socialized properly.
5. Miniature Bulldog (Bulldog x Pug)
Coming in at number five is the Miniature Bulldog. This mix is a cross between a Pug and a Bulldog. Reaching between 20 to 40 pounds and 12 to 16 inches by the time it reaches adulthood makes the Miniature Bulldog a medium breed. These pups have a lifespan of 9 to 13 years, a moderate activity level, and rarely ever bark, making them perfect for apartment living.
The Miniature Bulldog isn’t hypoallergenic, but they are lovable and gentle, making them good family pets. Your Miniature Bulldog is dependable, affectionate, sensitive, and playful. They’re good with other animals and children as long as they’re trained and socialized correctly as a pup.
6. Pug-Zu (Shih Tzu x Pug)
A small-sized mix, the Pug-Zu is a cross between a Pug and a Shih Tzu. This breed reaches a height of 8 to 12 inches and weighs from 8 to 22 pounds. With a lifespan of 9 to 14 years, the Pug-Zu has a moderate activity level and is an occasional barker, making it a good pet for someone who lives in an apartment.
The Pug-Zu is a good family pet, can be funny, and is known to be friendly and quirky. This dog isn’t hypoallergenic but makes a great companion. Very good with children and other pets, this is the perfect dog for someone who has a family and wants to adopt a sweet, loving pet.
7. Pugapoo (Poodle x Pug)
What could be more adorable than a dog breed that is called a Pugapoo? Nothing, in our opinion. The Pugapoo comes in at number seven on our list and is a cross between a Pug and a Poodle. This cute mix grows to a height of between 8 to 15 inches and weighs in from 10 to 30 pounds. They have a low to moderate activity level and are occasional to frequent barkers. They do well in an apartment setting but be warned they will bark if they hear something.
The Pugapoo is a medium-sized dog and can be hypoallergenic, which is good news for allergy sufferers who want one. This breed is eager to please their family, friendly, happy most of the time, playful, joyful, and can be a clown on occasion. They train pretty easily and get along well with other pets and children.
8. Pugshire (Yorkshire Terrier x Pug)
The Pugshire is a small-sized dog that’s a mix between a Pug and a Yorkshire Terrier. An occasional barker, this mix is fairly active and weighs from 5 to 18 pounds when it reaches adulthood. With a height of between 8 to 11 inches and a lifespan of 12 to 16 years, the Pugshire makes a great apartment dweller because of its size.
The Pugshire can be hypoallergenic and makes a great family pet. They’re attentive and loving but can be hard to train due to their independence and stubborn streak. They will make a great pet to have around children and other pets if socialized and trained to do so as a puppy.
9. Ori Pei (Shar-Pei x Pug)
The Ori Pei is intelligent, lovable, and beyond adorable. A mix between a Pug and a Shar-Pei, this breed couldn’t get any cuter. A medium to large dog, the Ori Pei, weighs from 15 to 30 pounds and reaches 12 to 15 inches in height. With a lifespan of 12 to 15 years, you won’t find a more devoted pet to you and your family.
The Ori Pei is not hypoallergenic but is lovable, protective, funny, and affectionate. An occasional barker, then breed is slightly active as well. A great family pet, the Ori Pei does well with children and can be socialized and trained to get along with other pets as well.
10. Pugsky/Hug (Husky x Pug)
This is certainly an unlikely mix and one that will be challenging to find. These dogs weigh in at around 14–36 pounds and are typically 10–24 inches high. With the large difference in size between the two parent breeds, this variability in size and weight is understandable.
Their appearance can also vary massively, and their coat can be short to medium length and single or double-coated. They will often inherit the Husky’s blue eyes, or may even have two different colored eyes!
11. Bugg/Boston Pug (Boston Terrier x Pug)
The Bugg, also known as a Boston Pug, is a mix between the Boston Terrier and the Pug. The Bugg weighs around 10–25 pounds and reaches 10–17 inches in height. These dogs are loving, intelligent, and have a ton of personality. The unique combination of breeds leads to a comical pooch that is sure to entertain.
While they are typically small dogs, they are usually lively and playful and need a fair bit of exercise. Since they are intelligent and eager to please, they are fairly easy to train and make great family dogs.
12. Schnug (Miniature Schnauzer x Pug)
An adorable mix between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Pug, the Schnug is an energetic little pooch with a fairly stubborn streak at times. They weigh around 15–25 pounds and are 10–12 inches in height.
While these dogs are small, they have a higher-than-average hunting instinct due to their Schnauzer parents, so it’s important to train them carefully if you have smaller pets around.
13. Pugalier (King Charles Cavalier Spaniel x Pug)
The Pugalier is a mix between the King Charles Cavalier Spaniel and the Pug. As you’d imagine, it’s a fairly small dog, weighing between 10 and 20 pounds and reaching 10–14 inches high. They are great family pooches and will fit in happily in almost any home. They can be mischievous dogs at times, but they are friendly and easygoing, so are great with children.
The Pugalier doesn’t require much exercise, they love to be involved in family activities and will need up to 60 minutes a day of moderate exercise. These dogs also take well to training as they are easy to please and love being around their owners.
14. Puginese (Pekingese x Pug)
Weighing in at only 10–16 pounds and measuring 8–11 inches high, the Puginese is an adorable cross between the Pekingese and Pug. While these dogs are great in family homes, they can be wary of strangers and are known to be stubborn at times. This makes them useful little guard dogs!
They aren’t super active dogs, so are a great option for more laid-back owners. They can get along with other pets if socialized early but are happiest to be the only dog in the household.
15. Frug/French Pug (French Bulldog x Pug)
These little dogs are confident, energetic, and love to be around people. They only weigh 15–20 pounds and stand 11–12 inches high, but there’s a lot of personality in this small package coming from the French Bulldog and the Pug. Of course, breeding two flat-faced breeds together means these dogs are likely to suffer from various health issues, so budget accordingly.
They are compact, laid-back dogs that love humans, so make ideal family pooches. They also get along with almost everyone, so fit well into multi-pet households.
16. Poxer/Bug (Boxer x Pug)
Also affectionately known as the Box-a-Pug, the Poxer is a mix of the Pug and regal Boxer. They are around 14–21 inches high and weigh 18–27 pounds, and make for an interesting mix indeed. The mix has the guarding instincts of a Boxer with the comical personality of the Pug, making them a fun hybrid to live with.
While these dogs are alert and enjoy time with their owners, they are laid-back pooches that prefer to relax on the sofa rather than go for long walks. Of course, they still need a healthy dose of daily exercise, but are a great match for laid-back owners.
17. Jug (Jack Russell x Pug)
The Jug is a small breed that combines the energetic Jack Russell with the comparatively laid-back Pug. These dogs reach 10–15 inches in height and weigh around 14–18 pounds. This is a somewhat unique mix in that the Jack Russell is a working breed that thrives off having a job to do, while Pugs are companion breeds.
Pugs are playful dogs, so this mix tends to be more energetic than some other Pug hybrids.
18. Affenpug (Affenpinscher x Pug)
A charming, sweet little mix between the Affenpinscher and the Pug, the Affenpug reaches 10–14 inches high and weighs 8–15 pounds. While being known for their headstrong and somewhat stubborn personality, they are also fun-loving and devoted pooches.
These dogs can be territorial at times, making them better suited for mature owners, and difficult for families with small kids. That said, they do well with other dogs when socialized from an early age.
19. Bassugg (Basset Hound x Pug)
The Bassugg is a cross between the Basset Hound and Pug, and the unique traits of these parents make for an adorable pooch for sure. These dogs are around 10–14 inches high, and 15–30 pounds in weight. Both parent breeds are not known for their intelligence, but they have buckets of personality and are known for their goofy antics.
With their laid-back personality, these dogs make a great fit for families, and they get along with other pets too. If you have a family with small kids and you enjoy a moderate amount of exercise, this mix may be an ideal choice.
20. Pug Pit (American Pit Bull Terrier x Pug)
A highly unusual mix, the American Pit Bull Terrier and Pug cross is known for being stubborn yet highly affectionate. These dogs typically stand 14–16 inches high and can weigh anywhere between 23 and 34 pounds. These dogs are intelligent but can be stubborn and protective of their owners at times. This can make them tricky to train, too.
Their Pit Bull heritage can give them a high prey drive, and they have a tendency to chase after small animals. That said, they are sweet, gentle, and loving dogs that make a great fit for young families.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the Pug mixes we thought you should know about if you are looking to adopt a Pug mix of your own. From the Ori Pei to the Puggle, these mixed breeds make great family pets that are adorable, loyal, loving, and affectionate as a whole.
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