How long does a Pomeranian Pug Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).

Is a Pomeranian Pug Mix easy to train?

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

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Pomeranian Pug Mix

A Pomeranian Pug mix is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Pug. Most grow into small dogs of 8–12 lb and live 12–16 years.

Pomeranian, a purebred dog — PomeranianPhoto: Novoklimov, CC0, 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.

Weight8–12 lbcan be 3–18 lb

Height8–10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pomeranian Pug Mix get?

Pomeranian3–7 lb

The mix8–12 lb

Pug14–18 lb

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

Height runs 8–10 inches at the shoulder, against 6–7 in for the Pomeranian 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

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate

The Pomeranian rates moderate and the Pug moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Moderate

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Pomeranian is usually described as inquisitive, bold, lively. 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.

Pomeranian vs Pug vs the mix

Trait	Pomeranian	Pomeranian Pug Mix	Pug
Weight	3–7 lb	8–12 lb	14–18 lb
Height	6–7 in	8–10 in	10–13 in
Lifespan	12–16 yr	12–16 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Toy	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Pomeranian Pug Mix

How big does a Pomeranian Pug Mix get?: Most grow to 8–12 pounds and 8–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 3–18 pounds.
How long does a Pomeranian Pug Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Pomeranian (12–16 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).
Does a Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian Pug Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Other Pug mixes

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