Pug mix breeds, often termed as designer dogs, is a crossbreed between a Pug and another breed dog.
Though the American Kennel Club AKC recognizes only pure bred dogs and does not recognize pug mixes, they can be wonderful companions with unique personalities and adorable looks.
Pug mixes inherit the fun-loving and adorable features of the pug and the interesting traits of the other parent.
As a seasoned pug parent I am excited to share with you all that I know about different fascinating pug mix breeds.
So let’s start our journey and know about popular pug mixes.
Pug and a Beagle Mix (Puggle)
Puggle is a popular cross between two purebred dogs, the pug and the beagle.
They first originated in the United States in the 1980s and became increasingly popular over years for their friendly and fun-loving personalities.
The pug and a Beagle mix inherits characteristics of both the parent breeds – it can have a body shape and a wrinkled face of a pug and a relatively longer snout like a beagle.
Their coat is smooth and short haired and coat colors can vary from black, white, tan and red depending on the parents.
They can have high levels of barking and relatively harder to train.
They go along well with children and other dogs and make great family companions.
| Name | Puggle |
| Breed group | Hybrid dog (Beagle and Pug mix) |
| Lifespan | 12 to 15 years. |
| Size | small to medium |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Height | 10-15 inches |
| Temperament | friendly, fun -loving |
Pug Chihuahua mix dog (Chug)
Chug is another delightful cross-breed between two popular purebred dogs, the pug and the Chihuahua.
Like many mix breeds, they can have a blend of traits of both parent breeds.
They are typically smaller in size than Pugs and weighs 10 to 20 pounds on an average.
Chugs can have compact body, a short snout, and large expressive eyes.
They generally have a short, smooth coat in various colors, including brindle, fawn, cream, and white.
This Pug Chihuahua mix dog breed is playful and affectionate , relatively easy to train with positive reinforcements.
They are generally healthy but can be prone to certain health conditions, like allergies, knee and eye problems.
Regular exercise and timely vet checkups are important for their overall health and well-being.
| Name | Chug |
| Breed group | Hybrid dog (Chihuahua and Pug mix) |
| Lifespan | 10 to 13 years |
| Size | small |
| Weight | 10 to 20 pounds |
| Height | 10 to 14 inches |
| Temperament | friendly, outgoing |
Pug Boston Terrier mix (Bugg)
A Pug Boston Terrier mix, often referred to as a Bugg, is a popular crossbreed dog.
As with other mixed breeds, they inherit the traits of both parent breeds.
They typically have small , compact size, squished faces and expressive eyes.
Buggs are friendly and playful, making perfect lap dogs for families and individuals.
They are even suitable for apartments or smaller houses.
The pug mix with Boston terrier breed have moderate energy levels and regular walk and exercise helps them to stay fir an healthy.
Though training them is comparatively easy, they can still be stubborn at times.
Buggs can have the health problems of both parent breeds like brachycephaly (breathing difficulties due to a short snout), eye problems, and knee problems.
| Name | Bugg |
| Breed group | Hybrid dog (Boston Terrier Pug mix) |
| Lifespan | 10 to 15 years. |
| Size | small |
| Weight | 10 to 25 pounds |
| Height | 14-18 inches |
| Temperament | loving and playful |
Porgi (Pug Corgi mix)
The Pug mixed with Corgi breed, also known as the Porgi dog breed is a relatively new designer breed that is gaining popularity worldwide.
The aim of Porgi dog was to blend the loyal and playful nature of the pug with the energetic corgi known as a popular herd dog.
This pug corgi mix has a small to medium size and weighs around 20 to 30 pounds.
It can inherit the traits of both pug and a corgi just like any other mix dogs. So its face can be flat like a pug or slightly longer like a corgi. It ears can be floppy or erect like a corgi.
The coat can short and dense like a pug and coat colors vary from black, tan, fawn or all shades in between.
They have moderate energy levels and are good with young children and other pets.
The Porgi dog breed thrive in human love and companionship any may bark excessively if bored or neglected.
| Name | Porgi |
| Breed group | Hybrid dog (Pug Corgi mix) |
| Size | small to medium |
| Weight | 20 to 30 pound |
| Height | 10 to 13 inches |
| Coat color | black fawn tan or in-betweens |
| Temperament | playful, affectionate |
| Energy level | medium |
Summing Up
While the AKC doesn’t recognize pug mixes, they can be super fun and adorable as they inherit the playfulness and wrinkles of the pug and interesting traits of the other parent breed.
If you are considering a pug mix, it is important to find a reputable breeder who prioritizes the health and well being of dog and avoids breeding for extreme physical characteristics.
You can also check dog shelters or rescues, as mixed breed dogs, including pug mix breeds, often end up there.
Just like physical features and temperament, remember that pug mixes will also inherit the health concerns of both the parent breeds.
Do your research on both parent breeds to understand potential health concerns and ensure you can provide a loving and healthy home for your new furry companion.
