Pugs have some of the most distinctive physical characteristics of any dog breed, as is well known. At first sight, many potential dog owners have fallen in love with their wrinkly faces, short muzzles, curly tails, and stout little bodies.
This breed’s distinctive look results from extensive inbreeding, resulting in serious health issues for this particular canine. That’s just one of the many reasons it’s a great place to breed pug mix dogs. Adding another purebred dog to the mix will ensure that the offspring are healthy and adorable.
To celebrate our love for Pugs, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite Pug mixed breeds, complete with photos. To learn more about this ancient Chinese dog breed, its distinct crossbreeds, and the appealing qualities make the Pug a natural fit to crossbreed with other popular breeds, like the pug dalmatian mix or the Siberian husky and pug mix; please continue reading.
About the Pug
The ancestors of the pug dog are believed to be in China, but little is known about the breed’s early life. Historians believe that the Tibetan Mastiff is a distant relative of the pugs. The emperors of China provided them with opulent living quarters.
Its curved tail and wrinkled, short-muzzled face set it apart from other dog breeds. Feathered or black, the breed’s coat is fine and glossy, and its body is compact and muscular.
- Pugmation (Pug Dalmation Mix)
The Pugmatian is a cross between a Dalmatian and a Pug. It is a small to medium-sized dog. These dogs can reach a mature weight of about 25 pounds and a height of 15 inches. With proper socialization at an early age, they can be excellent pets for families.
Despite their love for children, the pug breed mixed with dalmatian dogs should never be left alone with small children because they can become agitated or scared and bite.
Their facial expressions can appear almost human at times. Most of the time, your Pugmatian will look more like a Dalmatian than a Dalmatian. A solid color coat is the most common feature of the pug dalmatian mix, but they can also have spots like the Dalmatian, such as black, brindle, fawn, or silver.
It’s like the Pug: They have small, round heads with floppy, triangular ears. Most will have a black mask like the Pug, but not all.
- Pugsky (Pug Husky Mix)
Combining a Husky and a Pug may seem odd, but the Pugsky works quite well. Playful and affectionate, both dog breeds will love to join in on your activities with your new pal, the Hug. If you’re looking for a dog that will be a great addition to your family, a Husky Pug mix is a great choice—they’re one of the best breeds for kids.
Depending on their genetics, the Pug Husky mix could have a squished Puggy face and Husky blue eyes or pointed Husky ears and a shorter muzzle. In either case, a Husky Pug mix is an excellent canine friend.
- Jug (Pug Jack Russel Mix)
The Jug is a cross between a Pug dog and a Jack Russell. It is widely believed that the breed was first developed in the United States in the 1960s. Though increasingly common, it is still regarded as a rarity.
The Jug is generally considered a healthy breed but can sometimes suffer from hip dysplasia, luxating patellas (common in Pugs), eye health and vision issues, cancer, and dental issues.
Despite this, they are energetic and active dogs, making them only suitable for those with space and the energy to provide them with the exercise they need. No one knows why, but they love digging and are good at it, which means they need to be watched while out in the garden as they will be under and through that fence in no time!
- Buggle (Pug Beagle Mix)
While this adorable mix has both parents’ floppy ears and wrinkly noses of both parents, they may also be stubborn when it comes to training! Puggles tend to get along well with other dogs and people because of their high energy, intelligence, curiosity, and social nature.
Their human companionship is important to them, and they must not be left alone for long periods. Because they are part Beagles, Puggles are natural scent-hounds and require daily exercise in addition to going for long walks outside.
- Pug Tzu (Pug Shih Tzu Mix)
The Pug Tzu is a cross between a pug and a Shih Tzu. From the short fawn or black coat common to pugs to the longer and more colorful coat of the Shih Tzu can be found in this mixed breed.
You can predict the Pug Tzu to be just as friendly and joyful as the parent breeds. They’re not good watchdogs because of their temperament. However, as with any crossbreed, this is not a given. When you mix dog breeds, there is no guarantee that you will get a healthy and happy dog.
Maintaining an eye on your dog’s respiratory health is important because it is prone to developing breathing issues, no matter which breed you cross it with.
