Ever wondered what an Aug is? What about a Chug? Can you mix a pug and a husky? Every wonder what you call a pug pitbull mix? We have every single pug mix ever listed from A-Z. Over 40 different pug breed mixes from the cutest pug puppies to the snuggly older pug mixes.
EVERY PUG MIX BREE AND WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE
Dogs are such a fun addition to a family. One dog in particular has an especially loving and charming demeanor, and that is the pug. These small fluffy critters are a part of the toy group of dog breeds. Pugs come in a small package with a height of up to 13 inches. A normal pug has a life expectancy of around 13 to 15 years. The great thing about pugs is their size which makes them a lovable breed that are endearing and fun to own. But can you mix a Pug with another type of dog? You betcha!
The Pug Mix has become huge in the last 20 years and there is basically a mix of pug and any type of other dog you are looking for. Sure, cross breeding dogs takes away some of their pedigree and will ruffle some feathers in the dog show community, but there are tons of benefits to cross breading a Pug. Many pug mixes are much healthier than either parent breed and some are extremely intelligent and friendly.
We have narrowed down our top 6 favorite pug mixes, but scroll down for the complete list of pug mixes with picture and descriptions of what they look like!
CUTEST PUG MIX SHORT LIST
WHY MIX A PUG
If you are thinking of owning a pug or a pug mix you’re in the right place! Pug mix breeds are generally happy to be in any setting whether you live in the busy city or the calm wide open countryside. They are great with children and adults alike, and can get along fine by themselves or in a group of other dogs. Below we will discuss the pros and cons of every pug mix breed and what they look like.
@millie_northern_cyprus - A Pug Pekingese Mix
Pugs in general are easily the most ideal house dog because their ideal weight can be maintained under 20 pounds. However, pugs are prone to obesity because they truly live to eat. If you do get a pug mix make sure to train your dogs properly since pug mixes aren’t always the most active breed.
FACT: Pug dogs are one of the oldest breeds. They are recognized officially from Chinese origin and actually have many similarities to the Pekingese breed. The Pugkinese might actually be the first pug mix breeds!
True Pugs have very wrinkly faces and short muzzles with smooth, short fur and curly tails. Even though pugs have relatively short legs, their hind legs are very muscular and strong. Pugs also have a square like figure and have those classic “puppy dog eyes” that are dark, big, and hard to say no to. Today we will share a list of over 40 pug mix breeds that you can see for yourself. It can be quite challenging to decide which pug dog to get due to the sheer number of pug mix varieties out there. This list is here to help you pick out which pug that is right for you and your family. We hope you will find this list helpful in narrowing down your options for the newest addition to your family.
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF PUG MIX BREEDS
Australian Shepherd Aussie Pug Mix Puppy
1) THE AUG: Aussie and Pug Mix
Oh my god, these pug mixes make the cutest puppies. This is what you get when you cross an Australian shepherd with a pug. It’s an Aussie pug, commonly known as the AUG. They are extremely loving and affectionate. The Aussie Pug mix looks a lot like a mutt but has those characteristic blue Australian Shepherd eyes. Like their Australian Shepard parents, these pug mixes are pretty smart and easily trained. The Shepherd Pug Mix also takes some snuggly genes from their pug side.
@francescawalkerx - French Bulldog Pug Mix Puppy
2) THE FRUG: French BullDog and Pug Mix
The Frug! If you are a pug lover, then you are probably a frenchie lover too. The Frug is a designer mix of the these two cute brachycephalic dogs. Most people can’t even tell the difference between a pure breed French Bulldog and a pure Breed pug, so it’s pretty hard to spot these Frugs in the wild. Most pugs will have a wrinkly pug like face and straight ears that stand up. They have a little more energy than pugs and usually carry a French bulldogs muscle mass. These pug mixes are great for cuddles and playing in a small backyard.
Porgi: Pug Corgi Mix Breed
3) THE PORGI: Corgi and Pug Mix
The porgi is a designer mix of a pug and a welsh corgi. These two small sized dogs are friendly and snuggly. The Welsh Corgi is a herding dog, so expect the Porgi to have a bit more energy but both parent breeds are friendly and that gets passed on to the puppy! Often the Corgi mix will tone down the Pug’s desire to bark which is an added bonus. These Porgis are definitely snuggly and make great companions.
Puggle: Pug and Beagle Mix Breed
4) THE PUGGLE: Beagle and Pug Mix
The puggle mix got super popular in the early 2000’s. It was one of the first widely available pug mixes that touted a healthier pedigree than their pug parents. They have floppy ears and slightly sad eyes and are one of the most popular hybrid dogs today. Puggle are super friendly and playful and make a good lap dog. The pug parentage comes through in its snuggly-ness and the beagle makes them a little more active. However, be aware that both parent breeds are stubborn and hard to train. The puggle can also have the worst combo of both barking and howling, so be prepared when you leave your pug beagle home alone for some halloween style sound effects!
Puganese - Pug and Havanese Mix Breed
5) Puganese: Havanese and Pug Mix
The puganese is a mix between the Havanese and a pug. This cross is small because both parents are toy breeds. They are generally happy and friendly and great with kids. The puganese is affectionate but not particularly good at being cage trained. They are some of the most people breed dogs out there and love their owners. The Havanese mix makes this pug mix extra intelligent and a little bit more trainable than your average pug.
Japug - Pug and Japanese Mix Breed Puppy
6) JAPUG: Japanese Chin and Pug Mix
Japugs are super cute cross of a Japanese Chin and Pug. This little dog will love their owner and family and tends to be a lot quieter than their pug parentage. They are close to the ground and sturdy and the Japanese chin features help with the more brachycephalic pug traits. The chin mix adds a sensitive and intelligent responsiveness to the pug and only good things will come from this mix.
PUGSHIBA - Pug Shiba Inu Mix Breed
7) PUGSHIBA: Shiba Inu and Pug Mix
The Pug Shiba doesn’t the same clever a name like some other Pug mixes. This mix however is pretty cute and has a good amount of energy. The Pug Shiba is a friendly and loyal dog and a little bigger than your average pug. The parent Shiba Inu is originally from Japan and known for its cat like qualities. Some Pug Shibas have been known to be a little more stand-offish even though they are easier to train than a pug purebreed and will bond strongly to one owner.
Puggat - Pug and Rat Terrier Mix Breed
8) Puggat: Rat Terrier and Pug Mix
Known also as the either the Rugrat or the Italian Pughund, this is a pretty unusual designer dog breed. The Puggat has much more energy than its Pug parent and loves bouncing around. These mix dogs take a lot from their Rat Terrier parent and are incapable of boredom. The Puggat will be a feisty digging escape artist and one big benefit of is that the Rat Terrier parent isn’t brachycephalic and so the Puggat will be healthier in general than either purebreed lineage.
HUG - Pug and Husky Mix Breed
9) HUG: Husky and Pug Mix
The hug looks like a little snuggly cutie. They are one of the cutest pug mix breeds and due to the big difference between each parent breed, Hugs are normally quite healthy. The Hug can have lots of different looks, from short haired bristly coat of the pug or the long gray coat of the husky. Their face is mildly smooshed and are much easier to train than the stubborn pug purebreed. The Hug mix will be high energy and are much more of a working dog than a potato.
Pugairn - Pug and Cairn Terrier mix breed
10) PUGAIRN: Cairn Terrier and Pug Mix
This Cairn Terrier and Pug cross breed is insanely cute. They often look like little bearded toothy pups. The pugairn can be either black or fawn colored and usually has longer bristly fur that won’t shed as much as a purebreed pug. The pugairn designer cross is usually pretty easy to train and much healthier than a full brachycephalic dog.
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Piglet @contemporarycanines - Pug Affenpinscher mix
11) AFFENPUG: Affenpinscher and Pug Mix
The Affenpug is a mix of an Affenpinscher and pug dog. This designer pug is small, alert, and playful. The Affenpug looks like a bristly little snub nosed dog and one great benefit of their bristly fur is that the Affenpug will shed less than its purebreed pug parent. Since both parents are Brachycephalic there aren’t a lot of health benefits and the Affenpug has been known to be aggressive around food, but this pug Affenpinscher mix is generally a happy loving dog and good with children.
@jared__taylor - Toy Poxer Fox Terrier Pug Mix
12) TOY POXER: Toy Fox Terrier and Pug
The Toy Poxer looks like a small short haired terrier with a slightly dark muzzle. Since both parent breeds are toy, this Pug Fox Terrier mix is going to be quite small. They come in many colors like black, fawn, and silver. Crossing a Fox Terrier and Pug is going to give you an inquisitive little dog, however some can be a little jittery and territorial so they should be watched around small children. They are relatively easy to train and the Toy Poxer makes for a great apartment dogs.
Puggit - Pug Italian Greyhound Mix
13) PUGGIT: Italian Greyhound and Pug Mix
The Puggit looks like a dainty little sweet short coat dog. This pug italian greyhound mix is low key and very playful but can also have anxiety due to its size. They shed less than your average fawn pug, but more than some of the other pug mixes we discuss. They also get cold much easier than a pug due to their skinny italian greyhound parents. This mix is also sometimes called the Italian Pughound and makes a great companion.
@presley.the.puginese - Pug Pekingese Mix
14) PUGINESE: Pekingese and Pug Mix
The Puginese cute little designer dog that looks a lot like its pekingese parent. These mix of dogs have a great personality and a longer coat than your normal pug so will be less prone to shedding. The Puginese is loving, affectionate, and playful but can be weary of strangers. This makes the pug Pekingese mix a great watchdog while still being snuggly fun pet for families.
@dogsofthesuburbs - Pugese - Pug Chinese Crested Mix
THE NAKED PUG
15) PUGESE: Chinese Crested and Pug Mix
What do you get when you mix a pug and a chinese crested dog? A pugese! These designer dogs look like small naked pugs. If they do have hair its usually a little bristle around the face. The Pugese can be possessive of their family and reserved towards strangers but the Pugese will give its owner lots of love and affection. They are great apartment dogs, but appreciate a nice back yard. Though the Chinese Crested parentage gives the Pugese a little more energy, these dogs are still the ideal couch potato.
@zira.brutus - OriPei - Pug Sharpei mix breed
16) ORI PEI: Shar-Pei and Pug Mix
The Ori-Pei is a mix between the larger Shar-Pei and our friendly little Pug dog. Your typical Ori-pei looks like a bigger version of the pug with a beautiful soft coat. This Pug Shar-Pei mix is usually pretty intelligent, making them easy to train. They are also usually alert yet aloof. Some might even call the Ori-Pei snobbish! The negative of this mix is that both parent breeds are Brachycephalic and makes for breathing health problems in the Ori-Pei. This pug mix is also known at a Sharpug
@heyimkim5 - Pug West Highland Terrier mix
17) PUGLAND: West Highland Terrier and Pug Mix
The Pugland is a Pug and West Highland Terrier mix. Both of the parents are small so the Pugland will look like a smaller version of a pug with slightly longer hair. The Pugland, or Pestie as they are also known, can also be black or gray. They have longer hair-like pure and will shed less than your typical fun. These are fun loving mix dogs with lots of energy and a fun personality. They are loyal and relatively easier to train than a pug.
@oliverperrythepug - TIBETAN PUG Spaniel Pug Mix Puppy
18) TIBETAN PUG: Tibetan Spaniel and Pug Mix
Tibetan Pug or Tibbypug is a super cute mix. Were like to call them Tibugs because they look cute as a bug! Actually, this Tibetan Pug Mix looks a lot like a pug with slightly longer fur and a longer snout. They are happy playful companions and have better health than either parent breed separately. They will be slightly less yappy than their Pug ancestor and will be a little nervous around strangers. That makes the Tibug a great guard-dog but they can be a little snippy with other animals or children.
@angelawiens - PUG-A-MO - Eskimo pug mix
19) PUG-A-MO: American Eskimo and Pug Mix
Like the puggle, the Pug-A-Mo is a great dog mix. Crossing a Pug and an American Eskimo breed takes away a lot of the health troubles of the Brachycephalic pug side. The Pug-A-Mo looks a lot like a silky white seal. Their fur is shorter than an full breed Eskimo and longer than a pug’s. They make friendly energetic dogs that are not as nervous or barley due to their larger size. They don’t always like strangers, but will definitely bond to their owners and are generally good with children.
@nuggsmug - Pug Maltese mix breed puppy
20) MALTI-PUG: Maltese and Pug Mix
The Malti-Pug is a great mix of Maltese and a Pug. This designer breed looks like a maltese with slightly shorter more bristly fur. They are great family dogs and enjoy lots of play and learning tricks. The maltese trainability helps with the pug’s more stubborn traits. The Malti-Pug is small due to both parents being toy breeds and is also known to be a little jittery at times. They will bond to their owner like glue and Malti-Pugs make great lap dog companions.
@gordoelperrochug - CHUG - pug chihuahua mix breed puppy
21) CHUG: Chichuahua + Pug
The Chug is one of the more popular pug mixes. This chihuahua pug mix looks a little smaller than your average pug with a longer snout and short fur. Some look a little more like a chihuahua while some carry more pug features. The chug can have short soft fur or longer more bristly fur. They are playful and loyal but their small size can lead the chug to be a little more nervous like its chihuahua parent. They are also known as the Pughuahua or the Pugwawa and the mix is as cute as the name! The chug will also bond right away to its owner, though be aware they are often stubborn and not the easiest to train.
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Pug-Cotton - Pug Coton de Tulear Mix breed
22) PUG-COTON: Coton de Tulear and Pug
The Pug-Coton is a mix of a Coton De Tulear and a pug. They look like a lot like a smaller white terrier type dogs. Their parent the Coton is known as the Royal Dog Of Madagascar. Their longer snout helps with the Pug’s Brachycephalic health problems. They are super intelligent and have a loving personality. They aren’t particularly needy or nervous and have a longer lifespan. Some Coton owners say they have a unique vocalizations that could carry over into the Pug-Coton. Also known as a Pugton or PuTulear.
@nalu0518 - Daug - Pug Daschund Puppy Mix
23) DAUG: Dachshund and Pug Mix
The Daug is a super cute mix of a Dachshund and a Pug. They look like squat little dogs with short silky fur and a longer square shaped snout. The Daug is friendly though some have been known to take on the Dachshund trait of bonding to only one owner. Both parents are stubborn, making this Dachshund Pug mix one of the hardest to train of all pug mixes. They are fearless and full of life, but also will manage to jump up on the couch to snuggle you on a cold winter day.
@thefluffgrumble - PugZhu - Pug Shih Tzu Mix Breed
24) PUG-ZHU: Shih Tzu and Pug Mix
PugZu are known for being smallish pug mix breeds. They often weigh from 8 to 22 pounds and live about 12 years on average. The PugZu looks a lot like their Shih-Tzu parents, taking some longer fur traits and often having a small tongue sticking out. This pug mix also doubles up on the Brachycephalic genes so expect more health issues than some of the other cross breeds. PugZu make great companions and are proud dogs though can be a little stubborn at times. They are friendly loving dogs.
@delilahdotcalm - POMAPUG - Pug Pomeranian Mix Breed
25) POM-A-PUG: Pomeranian and Pug Mix
The Pom-A-Pug is part pomeranian and part pug. These are true jokester dogs who just want to play and have fun all day. The PomAPug looks like pugs with a little more ear, hair, and a longer snout. Some are short hair and some are long haired, depending on what genetic traits they pic up. This pug pomeranian mix breed has all the best traits of both dogs and is slightly less prone to breathing problems than its pug parents. The PomAPug can be a little snippy at times because of their feisty bold energy, they make great companion dogs and don’t shed too much.
@sandeemas - Bassugg - Basset hound Pug Mix
26) BASSUGG: Basset Hound and Pug Mix
The Bassugg has one of the cutest combo names of any pug mix. These basset hound pug mix breed dogs can be either small or medium. The Bassugg looks like a basset hound with longer ears but a more squarish nose. They normally have short glossy fur that is either tan or brown with some darker spots depending on the parents. This is a very even tempered pug mix and its main problem is that both parents are rather stubborn. They are however rather smart and will figure out how to get their own way rather quickly. This is one of the most couch potato like pug mixes available.
@laurenorrx - Bugg - Boston Terrier Pug Mix Puppy
27) BUGG: Boston Terrier and Pug Mix
The Bugg is one of the more popular pug mix breeds. Cross a Pug and a boston terrier and you get a small energetic friendly pup. The Bugg looks a lot like a boston terrier with a slightly wider face. They are curious friendly animals that can be a littler skittish around strangers at first but will quickly warm up and be ready for snuggles. They aren’t the easiest to train and can move surprising fast for a pug mix. The Bugg makes for a fun cheerful companion who is always ready for a walk!
@wilbur_and_winston - Poxer - Pug Boxer Mix Breed
28) POXER: Boxer and Pug Mix
The Poxer is one of our favorite pug mix breeds. They are a cross between a Pug and a Boxer. They are slightly larger dogs with a short smooth coat. The Poxer looks a lot like a bigger version of a pug with a pushed in snout. This mix breed is often tan or fawn but can also have a darker brown coat with a dark muzzle. They are very smart and energetic and happy to learn and be trained. They are definitely “people” dogs, and will want to stay right by their owners side. The Poxer is also not known for being particularly barky.
@spensson - BRUG - Pug Brussels Griffon Mix
29) BRUG: Brussels Griffon and Pug Mix
Brussels Griffon are our second favorite type of dog here at pug city, so its no surprise that we love the Brug! This mix between a Brussels Griffon and a Pug can do no wrong in our eyes. They are smart, and charming, and playful, and would never ever go on poop strive when it rains. Well, that last part isn’t a fact, but this is the internet, so you get what you pay for! The Brug looks a lot like a brussels griffon with long wire like hair and a long beard. They can be black or tan and usually don’t shed very much. Brugs are normally quite assertive and make for great apartment dogs though ideally would love a small backyard to romp around in.
@puddyandelainespuglif - SCHNUG - Pug Schnauzer Mix Breed
30) SCHNUG: Mini Schnauzer and Pug Mix
The Schnug is a mix between a Miniature Schnauzer and a Pug. As you can tell from the name, this is going to be a small dog! Most Schnugs look more like their schnauzer parent with a full hairy muzzle. They come in tan, brown, gray, and black. The Schnug is full of energy and may want to chase around smaller animals so make sure you spend some time on training. They will mellow out later in life and become great companion dogs. Thanks to the schnauzer pug mix, they will have healthier genes than either parent lineage and should have less health problems.
@itsrambow - PUGSHIRE - PUG YORKIE MIX
31) PUGSHIRE: Pug and Yorkshire Terrier Mix
The Pugshire is another favorite dog mix and an incredibly popular cross breed too! Part Yorkshire Terrier mixed with a pug, these are wonderful companions and make a great lap dog. They will have less health problems than their pug parents and will definitely shed a lot less. The Pugshire looks like a longer snouted bristle hair version of a pug. Some have a dramatic underbite but that doesn’t mean that the pugshire isn’t any less friendly!
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@deborahfors - PUGALIER - Pug King Charles Mix
33) PUGALIER: King Charles Cavalier and Pug Mix
The pugalier is an extremely popular pug mix. A pug mixed with a king charles cavalier makes for an extremely cute dog. These pugaliers look like pugs with a slightly broader face and very wise eyes. They have short fur and need much less grooming than their king charles parents. The pugalier can be shy at times and will definitely bond closely to its owner. They are also extremely patient and make for a great pug mix choice for small families.
@petey_thedog_gonzalez the PUGPIT - Pug Pitbull Mix
34) PUGPIT - Pit Bull Terrier and Pug Mix
The Pug Pitbull mix is a surprisingly popular dog. The Pug Pit carries a lot of the dominant Pitbull physical traits but takes a lot of its personality from the pug lineage. The Pug Pitbull mix looks like a larger sturdy dog, though their appearance can be kind of all over the place. They have short coats that come in tan, black, brindle, and a dark brown. To be honest, in most PugPits we can’t really see a lot of pug, unlike the pugzu or pomapug. However the dominant pitbull genes make the Pug Pit a very eager to please and easy to train dog. When you cross a pug and pitfall you get a particularly single minded canine, so if they decide to chase a squirrel, you better have a leash on this pug pitbull mix! These dogs are friendly and rather mild mannered.
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@paisley_the_pugchon the PUSHON - Pug Bichon Mix
35) PUSHON: Bichon Frise and Pug Mix
The Pushon is a cross between a pug and a bichon frise dog. The Push looks like a a small terrier style dog with slightly longer bristly hair than that of a pug. They come in black, mottled white, white, and tan. These are extremely friendly happy dogs that love to play and have fun. They are slightly easier to train than a pug and will have slightly less health problems. Both the Bichon Frise and Pug are gentle dogs and the Pushon is no exception. They are also not known for barking, but when you mix a pug into a breed, you never know what you’re gonna get.
@@donut_the_pughasa - the PUGHASA - Pug Lhasa Apso Mix
36) PUGHASA: Lhasa Apso and Pug Mix
The Pughasa is what you get when you mix a Pug and a Lhasa Also. Pugapso? Lug? Whatever you call it, this mixed breed dog is cute. The Pughasa looks a lot like its Lhasa Apso side, it has shorter hair than a Lhasa and a wide square face. The Pughasa comes in tan, gray, and black. Like most dogs, if they are socialized early on, the pughasa can be great dogs for children. They are playful and full of good cheer. They are extremely low maintenance pug mix breeds even though they can be a little stubborn to train and kind of barky.
@cass.024 - THE SHELTIEPUG - A Short Hair Pug Shetland Sheepdog Mix
37) SHELTIEPUG: Shetland Sheepdog Pug Mix
The Sheltie Pug is a cross between the pug and the Shetland Sheepdog. Perhaps Peltie would be a better name for this larger playful and active mixed breed. The Sheltie pug looks like your usual mutt style dog, with a longer muzzle and short brown fur. They usually have a dark black muzzle and soft droopy ears. It is unusual for a Sheltie Pug to have long hair, but it is possible. These pug mixed breed dogs are pretty easy to train. Just be aware that if you are brining one home to a family or to some pug brothers, these Sheltie Pugs could be inspired to start herding and may get a little nippie.
@mollycockerpug2020 - COCKERPUG - Pug Cocker Spaniel Mix
38) COCKER PUG: Cocker Spaniel Pug Mix
Mix a Cocker Spaniel and a Pug and you get a cute little fluffy ball of love. This is the Cockerpug, a mild mannered lap dog. Most Cockerpugs are gentle and affectionate. They are pretty loyal and will listen to you with a little bit of obedience training. The Cockerpug doesn’t bark excessively and will be an extremely loyal dog. The pug cocker spaniel mix breed looks a lot like a pug with a slightly longer muzzle. Their fur is short, needing limited maintenance and come in both fawn, brown, tan, and black.
@rupertthepugador THE PUGADOR - Pug Labrador Retriever Puppy Mix
39) PUGADOR: Labrador Retriever Pug Mix
The Pugador is a mix between a pug and a labrador retriever. They look a lot like a boxer with a slightly longer snout. The Pugador has short semi oily fur that comes in brown, black, and brindle. They are extremely large for a pug mix, some pug labrador mixes weigh in at 50 pounds! Thats a lot, since most pugs are only 12-25 pounds. However, because of their size, the pugador is also extremely mild mannered. They are incredibly intelligent and really easy to train (with a little work). This is also one of the healthiest dog mix breeds with much less Brachycephalic tendencies than its pug ancestors.
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