How long does a Pugapoo live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).

Is a Pugapoo 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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Pugapoo

Also searched as Poodle Pug Mix

The Pugapoo is a cross between a Poodle and a Pug. Most grow into small dogs of 12–16 lb and live 12–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, 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.

Weight12–16 lbcan be 10–18 lb

Height10–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pugapoo get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix12–16 lb

Pug14–18 lb

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

Height runs 10–14 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 10–13 in for the Pug.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Pug. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

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

Trainability

Moderate to very high

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

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. 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.

Poodle vs Pug vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Pugapoo	Pug
Weight	10–15 lb	12–16 lb	14–18 lb
Height	10–15 in	10–14 in	10–13 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	12–16 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	very low	very low to high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Pugapoo

How big does a Pugapoo get?: Most grow to 12–16 pounds and 10–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 10–18 pounds.
How long does a Pugapoo live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).
Does a Pugapoo shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Poodle has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Pugapoo 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.