How long does a Doberman Pug Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).

Is a Doberman Pug Mix easy to train?

Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Doberman Pug Mix

A Doberman Pug mix is a cross between a Doberman and a Pug. Most grow into medium-sized dogs of 35–60 lb and live 12–14 years.

Doberman, a purebred dog — DobermanPhoto: Fran Hogan, CC BY 2.5, source

Pug, a purebred dog — PugPhoto: Abuk SABUK, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight35–60 lbcan be 14–100 lb

Height17–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeMedium-sized

How big does a Doberman Pug Mix get?

Doberman60–100 lb

The mix35–60 lb

Pug14–18 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Doberman Pug Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 17–20 inches at the shoulder, against 24–28 in for the Doberman and 10–13 in for the Pug. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

High

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

Moderate to very high

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Doberman rates very high and the Pug moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Doberman is usually described as loyal, fearless, alert. The Pug as charming, mischievous, loving. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Doberman vs Pug vs the mix

Trait	Doberman	Doberman Pug Mix	Pug
Weight	60–100 lb	35–60 lb	14–18 lb
Height	24–28 in	17–20 in	10–13 in
Lifespan	10–12 yr	12–14 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	high	high	high
Energy	very high	moderate to very high	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Doberman Pug Mix

How big does a Doberman Pug Mix get?: Most grow to 35–60 pounds and 17–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 14–100 pounds.
How long does a Doberman Pug Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Doberman (10–12 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).
Does a Doberman Pug Mix shed?: Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Doberman Pug Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.