THE FRUG: A Pug French Bulldog Mix Breed
WHAT DOES A PUG FRENCHIE MIX LOOK LIKE?!?!
What do you get when you mix a half Pug and half French Bulldog? A Frug!
FRUG QUICK FACTS:
The Frug is a pretty common cross breed of a Pug and a French Bulldog. This combination of two similar dogs makes for a sturdy small dog who loves to play, has good energy, and makes for a great lap dog. The Frug takes the best traits of the Pug and Frenchie breed to make for an amazing companion! On average Frugs stand 13 inches tall, weigh around 25 pounds, and live around 14 years. They take clownish characteristics from both their Pug and French Bulldog parent breeds but also both parents have a stubborn streak so training might be a bit difficult!
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This article is everything about the Frug dog - a half Frenchie half Pug mix breed dog.
In it you will learn:
WHAT IS A PUG FRENCHIE MIX?
PROS AND CONS OF FRUG BREED
FRUG HISTORY
WHAT DOES A FRENCH BULLDOG PUG LOOK LIKE
FRENCHIE PUG QUICK FACTS
COSTS OF A FRUG PUG MIX
FRUG PUPPIES - HOW TO BUY THEM
FRUG LIFE EXPECTANCY
PUG FRENCH BULLDOG AGGRESSION
PUG FRENCHIE TRAINING
HEALTH PROBLEMS
PARENT BREEDS:
FRENCH BULLDOG INFO
PUG INFO
CONCLUSIONS
WHAT IS A PUG FRENCHBULLDOG MIX BREED?
The Frug looks like a perfect mix of a Pug and a French bulldog. They have squashed flat faces with velvety cheeks and ears that stand straight up. Most Frugs take more traits from their French Bulldog parentage, having a sturdy build and those classic Frenchie ears. Frug puppies are also super cute and have a great smile that will melt your hear. Unfortunately due to the similarities between the parent breeds, most Frugs have some medical conditions, including breathing problems, hip problems, and skin problems. These mix breed dogs can also be incredibly stubborn, so expect obedience training and potty training to take a longer than usual.
A few cute Frug names we have come across in the past!
Beef, Lola, Munchie, Toots, Felix, Lena, Pearl, Elle, Porky, Brooklyn, and Elvis.
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FRUG PROS
Super Friendly
Full Of Energy
Great Lap Dog
Sheds Less Than A Pug
Clownish Antics
People Loving Dog
FRUG HISTORY
. The Frug is a designer breed of dog of half Pug and half French Bulldog. This means that someone took a pure breed Pug and pure breed Frenchie and tried combining them! We don’t know who bred the first Pug Frenchie mix, but they became widely available in early 2000 as a designer crossover mix. Both the Pug and French Bulldog breeds became extremely popular in the early 2000’s and it only makes sense that people wanted a little extra novelty by combining these two similarly cute breeds.
We do know that the French Bulldog was first bred in england to be a toy sized version of the Bulldog. The Frenchie was popular among lace workers in England. These lace workers moved to France to pursue better opportunities and brought their toy bulldogs with them, giving them the name French Bulldog. This is starkly different from the Pug which has long been known as a lap dog to royalty and originating in ancient china!
FRUG - HALF PUG HALF FRENCHIE LOOKS!
What does a Frenchie Pug mix look like? The Frug is a squishy faced dog from the Brachycephalic family. On average Frugs stand 13 inches tall, weigh around 25 pounds, and live around 14 years. They take clownish characteristics from both their Pug and French Bulldog with upright ears and a black muzzle. The average Frug looks a bit more like a Frenchie than a Pug. They have short fur and are a combination of the Pug’s extreme shedding and the Frenchie’s low shedding. Their coats can be either Brown, Black, Spotted, White, Silver, ream, Golden, Tan, Speckled, or Merle.
FRUG EARS: Frugs inherit their ears from the French Bulldog side of the family. Frug puppies are normally born with their ears standing up, if not they should be standing by at least 8 weeks old. This is because your Frug puppy is done teething and has gotten enough calcium to build strong upright ear cartilage. If your Frugs ears are not standing up, you can look into taping them.
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QUICK - PUG FRENCHIE MIX - FACTS
WEIGHT: Usually around 15-30lb
HEIGHT: 11-15 inches
COLORS: BLACK, TAN, WHITE, SPOTTED, MERLE.
Personality: ENERGETIC AND FRIENDLY
Training: HARD
The Frug originated in 2000 as a designer toy dog hybrid in America by crossing a French Bulldog and Pug breeds.
HOW BIG CAN A FRUG GET?
They are normally around the same size as a French Bulldog, averaging 25 pounds and 13 inches high. Frugs are great lap dogs.
FRUG TRAITS
FRIENDLY: HIGH
EXERCISE: MEDIUM
BARKING: MEDIUM
GROOMING: LOW
TRAINING: HARD
SHEDDING: MEDIUM
PERSONALITY: FUN + PLAYFUL
FRUG COST
The Frug is a great family dog and kids love playing with little Frug puppies. They are sturdy and alert dogs, but will need a lot more training to get them potty trained. But how much does a Frug cost? The cost of buying a Frug will be pretty high because they are similar to both pure breed parents. The Frug makes a great dog for people on a budget because they dont eat very much and require limited trips to the groomer. However, these designer dogs will also have higher medical costs than average.
How much is a Frug puppy? A Pug Frenchie Mix puppy will cost up to $750 - $2500. Frankly though it’s unlikely that you will find one for $750 and if you do make sure to investigate the breeder! This mix is in high demand and so there are a lot of Frug puppy mills in operation.
Food Cost: The average Frug will eat about 1 cup of food per day, that about 20-40$ worth of food per month depending on what dog food you buy. This Pug Frenchie mix eats about $1 worth of food a day.
Medical Expenses for a Frug can average $400-600 per year.
Insurance: We recommend every dog have health insurance. This can cost around $50 a month. Surgeries and accidents can cost you big money, upwards of $1000 to $5000 dollars for a minor surgery. If you find you can not afford pet health insurance, please try to get your Frug puppy insured for the first year or two. That is when they are the most curious. Frugs are energetic dogs and love to chew on anything they can get a hold of. After they are a year old, the puppies make better decisions and are slightly less likely to swallow something they shouldn’t. We recommend TruPanion, because they are easy to communicate with.
Average Non Annual Pug Frenchie puppy cost - Your yearly cost for extras should be pretty low. Get a good brush to control your Frug’s shedding and a nice harness because they will require lots of walks. If you require a groomer for baths or a dog walker, expect your average running costs to go way up. These services may run in excess of $1000 a year depending on how often you use them. In addition plan it is a good idea to budget a few hundred dollars in the first year on obedience training school for your Frug. It will be worth the expense!
Check out our Pug Frenchie grooming guide for DIY at home tips!
FRUG PUPPIES
Frenchie puppies are one of our favorite cute puppies ever! Pug puppies are even cuter! So the Frug puppy must be the cutest of them all! There are usually max 4 puppies in a Frug litter depending if the mom is a Pug or a French Bulldog. Some Frenchies even need C-sections because their puppies heads are just too big! An average Frenchie has only 3 puppies in a litter! Meanwhile a Pug has around the same 4-6 puppies at a time. The Frug puppies are known for playfulness, chewing on things, and being funny clowns. Pug French bulldog Mix puppies will be extremely friendly and want to use their energy. They are also extremely smart but have a big stubborn streak! Expect potty training to take a long time!
WATCH THIS CUTE VIDEO OF PUG FRENCHIE MIX PUPPIES!
BUY A FRUG PUPPY - QUICK TIPS
Don’t use a pet store - Any Frug puppies you find will often come from a puppy mill with horrible conditions.
Consider Adoption - think about finding an older Frug puppy from sites like https://theshelterpetproject.org/
Puppy Mills often pose as Frug breeders! Please visit the breeder and poke around first!
Find a responsible breeder. A good Frug breeder will have a spacious clean home. They should be transparent and open. Good Frug Mix breeders will want to meet you in person. They will also specialize in only one or two mix breeds. FaceTime is usually a good way to check the Frug puppies living conditions if they are far away. They should be happy to share with you any information you ask, provide vet/vaccine documentation, and should recommend that you get insurance. They will not always have puppies available, this isn’t a factory!
FRUG LIFE EXPECTANCY
Your average Pug has a similar life expectancy to the French Bulldog. Both will live on average around 12-15 years, so you can expect the Frug to also live around 12-15 years old. This is a new breed so there isn’t a lot of scientific data out there. Though both parent breeds are lethargic small dogs with typically higher lifespans, they can also have lots of medical problems due to their similarities. Many Frugs have breathing problems and suffer from hip dysplasia later in life. However with proper vet care, your Frug live for a long long time!
FRUG AGGRESSION
Are Frugs Agressive? The short answer is no. Frugs are much less likely to be aggressive than other dogs. However these dogs have a lot of energy, so if not properly obedience trained the Frug can become slightly more problematic in the home. Your Frug might enjoy destroy things or getting into places they shouldn’t so it’s a good idea to keep your Pug Frenchie mix busy with lots of toys and training activities.
FRUG TRAINING
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The Frug could be a good fit for a first time dog owner. They have a perfect amount of energy which means that they will require some walks, play and training. However, your Frug will be very stubborn and will require a lot of extra work to get them potty trained.
In general, we recommend you use only positive reinforcement in training your dog. Use tons of treats and praise them whenever they do something you want them to.
To properly train your Pug Frenchie mix we recommend you also take them to obedience school. This will both allow your Frug to learn how to follow commands, be social around other dogs, pay attention while distracted. Obedience school also has the benefit of helping teach you, the owner, new tricks for training your puppy.
The Frug needs a good amount of exercise every day. Though the Pug is a lazy couch potato, the Frenchie parents need at least an hours of exercise per day. That makes this a good dog for families who like outdoor activities. The Frug is also a good apartment dog.
PRO TIP: Get your Frug a nice harness. NEVER WALK A FRUG WITH A COLLAR, it could collapse their trachea and injure them badly. THIS IS OUR FAVORITE HALTER.
QUICK FRUG TRAINING TIPS:
Send your Frug to Obedience School early.
Crate Train your Frug as a puppy.
Spend 10 minutes every day training.
Work on the basics first: Sit, Stay, Come.
READ OUR TRAINING GUIDE
COMMON FRUG HEALTH CONCERNS
The Frug is a good mix because it’s parent breeds are so different. However the Frug might have a few medical problems that you will want to be aware of. These include skin issues and breathing problems.
Patellar Luxation or kneecap dislocation from being so active for their whole life.
Brachycephalic Illness - because of their short snouts the Frug has restricted breathing which can lead to more than a few different ailments.
Minor Eye Problems like cataracts, retinal dysplasia, or corneal dystrophy
Skin Problems - Yeast infections, bacteria, and mites growing in wrinkles and ears.
Hip Dysplasia - when the hip ball becomes dislocated.
Dental Decay - Brush those teeth so they dont become rotten or infected.
PARENT BREEDS
THE FRENCH BULLDOG
The French Bulldog originated in England as a toy version of the Bulldog. It ranks #4 our of 196 breeds according to the American Kennel Club. The Frenchie is a small energetic muscular dog known for its large bat ears. It is also one of the most popular city dogs because its incredibly adaptable, doesn’t need too much exercise, and is one of the cutest dogs on the planet.
QUICK FRENCHIE FACTS:
BREED: TOY
SIZE: 11-12 Inches high
WEIGHT: 15-30 pounds
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 11-14 years
FUR: Short Hair
HYPOALLERGENIC: NO
COAT: Black/Tan/Cream/White
Frenchies have a hard time traveling. Because of the Frenchies smooshed face, flying can be a problem for them. When the pressure changes on a plane it can restrict their breathing.
Frenchies also can’t swim! Because of their muscly body and big head, they have a hard time staying afloat. So most French bulldog owners will get their dog a life jacket!
FRENCHIES ARE:
Friendly - HIGH
Exercise - MEDIUM
Health Issues - HIGH
Barking - LOW
Grooming Needs - MEDIUM
Training - HARD
Shedding Level - LOW
FRENCHIE HEALTH
French Bulldogs are small “brachycephalic” dogs which means that their faces are smooshed in and they can have trouble breathing. They most commonly suffer from problems of hip, skin, breathing, and tooth decay.
Hip Displasia: When the hip ball becomes dislocated.
Skin Issues: They are prone to mites and yeast infections in their folds and their ears. We use this ear cleaner on Momo occasionally and it seems to help! *Note: if you see anything unusual about your pug’s ears or skin, please visit your vet!
Brachycephalic Syndrom: They are part of the brachycephalic family of dogs with short smushed in faces. This means the pug’s air flow into their nose isn’t what it should be and they can have trouble breathing. So take care with your pug on hot days and especially if flying with them. Pugs also have big bulging eyes that can get injured quite easily.
Mitral Valve disease is another thing to look out for, its a type of heart disease common in smaller dogs, and symptoms include loss of energy and coughing.
The Pug (A.K.A The Potato of Dogs)
Pugs are the cutest, and at PugCity we live and breathe these cuties! They are the most snuggly of dogs and your average pug is 30% dog, 30% clown, 40% potato.
Pugs a toy breed, often 10-13 inches high and weighing from 14 to 20 pounds. They have an average life span of 13 to 15 years with short smooth hair. The most usual pug colors are fawn and black (the black pug usually sheds less than the white). They are sweet-natured and adaptable, but also extremely stubborn at times. Any pug owner who has tried to get their little guy to poop while its raining knows what Im talking about. Pugs are flat nosed with big round eyes that give them pretty human like expressions. The pug used to be a royal dog and is one of the most popular dogs today.
PUG QUICK FACTS
Toy breed,
Size: 10-13 high
Weight 14-20 pounds
Life Expectancy - 13 - 15 years
Short Shedding Hair (Fawn pugs shed more than black pugs)
Pugs can be difficult to potty train, but once you have bonded with your pug, you will definitely forgive them. They also have this quirky head tilt when they are interested in something. Pugs will roll their head from side to side as if testing their ears to make sure they heard you right!
PUG HEALTH ISSUES:
Brachycephalic Syndrom: They are part of the brachycephalic family of dogs with short smushed in faces. This means the pug’s air flow into their nose isn’t what it should be and they can have trouble breathing. So take care with your pug on hot days and especially if flying with them. Pugs also have big bulging eyes that can get injured quite easily.
Mitral Valve disease is another thing to look out for, its a type of heart disease common in smaller dogs, and symptoms include loss of energy and coughing.
Tracheal Collapse: please make sure they are wearing a harness and not a dog collar! We love this medium-size Puppia Harness. It fits perfect for most pugs.
Skin Issues: They are prone to mites and yeast infections in their folds and their ears. We use this ear cleaner on Momo occasionally and it seems to help! *Note: if you see anything unusual about your pug’s ears or skin, please visit your vet!
Hip Problems: Pugs also can develop bad hips from years of jumping up and down on couches. This is called hip dysplasia and can be managed by keeping their weight down.
Good news! Many of these negative pug health traits can be mitigated by mixing the pug with another dog like a yorkie!
PUGS ARE:
Personality: Fun + Stubborn
Friendly - High
Exercise - Low
Health Issues - High
Barking - Medium
Grooming Needs - Low
Training - stubborn
Shedding Level - High
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CONCLUSION
The Frug mix is a super cute combination and takes some of the best traits from its Pug and Frenchie parents. They are snuggly yet energetic and alert dogs. Since both parents are similar your chances of health concerns are not reduced dramatically. However this is an amazing dog for any family especially those that live in the city or in smaller apartments.