How long does a Pug Jack Russell Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Pug (13–15 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).

Is a Pug Jack Russell 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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Pug Jack Russell Mix

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A Pug Jack Russell mix is a cross between a Pug and a Jack Russell Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 14–18 lb and live 13–15 years.

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

Jack Russell Terrier, a purebred dog — Jack Russell TerrierPhoto: Plank, CC BY 3.0, source

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

Weight14–18 lbcan be 13–18 lb

Height12–14 inat the shoulder

Lifespan13–15 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Pug Jack Russell Mix get?

Pug14–18 lb

The mix14–18 lb

Jack Russell Terrier13–17 lb

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

Height runs 12–14 inches at the shoulder, against 10–13 in for the Pug and 13–14 in for the Jack Russell Terrier.

Figures use the Parson Russell Terrier standard, the AKC breed closest to the Jack Russell.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to 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

The Pug rates moderate and the Jack Russell Terrier moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Pug is usually described as charming, mischievous, loving. The Jack Russell Terrier as friendly, clever, athletic. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Pug vs Jack Russell vs the mix

Trait	Pug	Pug Jack Russell Mix	Jack Russell Terrier
Weight	14–18 lb	14–18 lb	13–17 lb
Height	10–13 in	12–14 in	13–14 in
Lifespan	13–15 yr	13–15 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	moderate	moderate to very high	very high
Group	Toy	mixed	Terrier

Questions about the Pug Jack Russell Mix

How big does a Pug Jack Russell Mix get?: Most grow to 14–18 pounds and 12–14 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 13–18 pounds.
How long does a Pug Jack Russell Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 13–15 years, the midpoint of the Pug (13–15 years) and the Jack Russell Terrier (13–15 years).
Does a Pug Jack Russell Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Pug Jack Russell 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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Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.