How long does a Rottweiler Pug Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 11–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Pug Mix

A Rottweiler Pug mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Pug. Most grow into large dogs of 45–75 lb and live 11–12 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, CC BY-SA 4.0, 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.

Weight45–75 lbcan be 14–135 lb

Height16–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan11–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Rottweiler Pug Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix45–75 lb

Pug14–18 lb

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

Height runs 16–20 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler rates moderate 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 Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. 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.

Rottweiler vs Pug vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Pug Mix	Pug
Weight	80–135 lb	45–75 lb	14–18 lb
Height	22–27 in	16–20 in	10–13 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	11–12 yr	13–15 yr
Shedding	moderate	high	high
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Working	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Rottweiler Pug Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Pug Mix get?: Most grow to 45–75 pounds and 16–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 14–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Pug Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 11–12 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Pug (13–15 years).
Does a Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler Pug Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Rottweiler mixes

Other Pug mixes

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