Pugapoo Size Guide + Interactive Weight Calculator

If you’re thinking about getting a Pugapoo puppy, but struggle to find more information about this lesser known, more of a rarity crossbreed, then this guide will shed more light onto the Pugapoo size and growth patterns. After all, things can get a bit confusing when learning about hybrid crosses. But not anymore! We’ve also created an interactive Pugapoo weight calculator that you can use to predict your Pugapoo’s adult weight. So, let’s get into it! 

Table of Contents

• Pugapoo Size Guide: Intro
• Pugapoo Size Predictions: How Big Does A Pugapoo Get?
• Are There Different Sizes Of Pugapoo?
• Pugapoo Size Charts & Growth Patterns
• Pugapoo Size: FAQ
• Pugapoo Size: Final Thoughts

Pugapoo Size Guide: Intro

The Pugapoo is a hybrid cross between the Pug and Poodle. Although two very popular purebreds, their Pugapoo offspring might not be as well known in wider circles as of yet. Nonetheless, the Pug-Poodle mix is an absolutely endearing little combination of those two amazing purebred dogs. 

Pugs and smaller Poodles are super popular pets for people who are looking for a true lapdog. And the Pugapoo is no different! These little pups pack a lot of personality in that tiny body of theirs, and they combine the best traits from both sides of their lineage. 

Of course, we can’t forget that Pugapoos also tend to be healthier and more allergy-friendly than purebred Pugs. Since Pugs can have a shedding double coat, adding the Poodle into the mix takes things onto a whole other level. Likewise, as purebred Pugs can come with certain health issues due to their flat faces, the Poodle genetics can alleviate some of those issues. 

But what about the Pugapoo’s size? Without further ado, let’s dig right into it… 

Pugapoo Size Predictions: How Big Does A Pugapoo Get?

The Pugapoo’s size ranges between 10 and 20 pounds in weight, and their typical adult height is around 9 to 14 inches. Like its purebred Pug parent, the Pugapoo cross is a pocket-sized pup that doesn’t grow too big. 

	Toy Pug Size	Mini Pug Size
Weight	10-15 pounds	15-20 pounds
Height	9-11 inches	12-14 inches
When Full-Grown?	7.5-11 months	11-13 months

*A dog’s height is measured from its withers, the highest part of its shoulder blades.

Due to the purebred Pug’s small size, they are crossed with either Miniature or Toy Poodles. Although the Poodle does come in a much larger Standard Poodle size category as well, these dogs are simply too large to be crossed with the Pug. and after all, one of the main appeals of both the purebred Pug and the Pug-Poodle mix is their small size. 

The purebred Pug is a small pup that weighs only about 14 to 18 pounds as an adult. Their height usually ranges between 10 and 13 inches when measured at the shoulder. Meanwhile, the Miniature Poodle weighs between 10 and 20 pounds with a height of about 10 to 15 inches. The smaller Toy Poodle can weigh between 4 and 12 pounds and they’re usually up to 10 inches tall. 

Are There Different Sizes Of Pugapoo?

Indeed, the Pugapoo size can vary depending on the size of the Poodle used in the mix. As we mentioned in the previous section, using a Miniature Poodle in the mix will result in a slightly larger, but still small-sized pup, whereas adding a Toy Poodle into the mix will produce even smaller Pugapoo puppies. 

It’s also worth noting that breeders may refer to their Pugapoo puppies in different ways. Some breeders call their smaller Toy Pugapoos Minis, since they are smaller than the larger variation. Either way, make sure to discuss this with the breeder, as they’ll be able to share with you exactly which type of Poodle is used in the mix and shed some light onto their previous litters. 

How Generation Can Affect Pugapoo Size

With Poodle mixes like the Pugapoo, it’s also important to take note of their generation. Although it might seem like a complicated topic at first, a Pugapoo’s generation can actually help us understand what we’re dealing with a bit better.

To put it simply, a Pugapoo’s generation explains how they were bred. This will also give us a rough idea of their potential genetic makeup, helping us make more accurate estimates about their size, coat type, potential for shedding, and other characteristics. 

	1st Parent	2nd Parent	% Pug*	% Poodle*
F1 Pugapoo (first-generation)	Pug	Poodle	50%	50%
F1B Pugapoo (first-generation backcross)	F1 Pugapoo	Poodle	25%	75%
F1BB Pugapoo (first-generation backcross backcross)	F1B Pugapoo	Poodle	12.5%	87.5%
F2 Pugapoo (second-generation)	F1 Pugapoo	F1 Pugapoo	50%	50%
F2B Pugapoo (second-generation backcross)	F1 Pugapoo	F1B Pugapoo	37.5%	62.5%
F2B Pugapoo (alternate cross)	F2 Pugapoo	Poodle	25%	75%
F3 / Multigen Pugapoo	F1B Pugapoo or higher	F1B Pugapoo or higher	Varies	Varies

*These are generic calculations only – genetics are rarely mathematically accurate.

As we learned from the chart above, different generations of the Pugapoo will also have different genetic makeups. Let’s take the F1b Pugapoo as an example – as these pups have more Poodle in their lineage, they’ll likely take more after the Poodle parent as well. This will often also apply to their size, especially if a breeder uses smaller Toy Poodles in the mix. 

Gender Differences

In some cases, a dog’s gender can also affect their size. However, with Pugapoos, there shouldn’t be much of a difference between males and females. As a general rule of thumb, in large and giant breed dogs the difference is much more noticeable, as males tend to be heavier and taller than females. But with the Pugapoo, you’re always guaranteed to get a small dog, regardless of their gender. 

Pugapoo Size Charts & Growth Patterns

Like other breeds and crossbreeds, Pugapoos grow the fastest in the first 50% of their adult weight. In most cases, this correlates to the first 6 months of a puppy’s life. However, as we are talking about quite a small-sized dog here, we can expect the Pugapoo to reach that milestone earlier. 

When it comes to the Pugapoo’s growth patterns, they’ll grow the fastest in the first 50% of their adult weight. After that, they’ll experience slower and slower growth rates over the upcoming months. By the way, you can also expect your Pugapoo puppy to reach their adult height a few months before reaching their full adult weight, which is common in all dogs. 

Mini Pugapoo Size

The larger variation of the Pug-Poodle mix, the Mini Pugapoo, generally reaches half its adult weight between 3.5 and 5 months old. A Mini Pugapoo will then plateau at its full adult weight between 11 and 13 months of age. 

You can also use this simple formula to quickly estimate your Mini Pugapoo’s adult weight:

Toy Pugapoo Size

The smaller Toy Pugapoo generally reaches its full adult size a bit sooner than the larger Mini Pugapoo. A Toy Pugapoo will likely reach half its adult weight around 3.5 months old. A Toy Pugapoo will then plateau at its full adult weight sometime between 7.5 and 11 months of age. 

For Toy Pugapoos, this would be a better formula to use:

Pugapoo Size: FAQ

Pugapoo Size: Final Thoughts

Understanding the Pugapoo’s size is most definitely necessary for those wanting to adopt this cute Doodle pup. Even though the Pug-Poodle mix is quite rare to come across, and they don’t have any size standards set in place, we can expect these dogs to always come in a small, fun-sized package, making them excellent companions for people living in apartments or who simply can’t adopt a larger-sized dog. We hope this guide has been a helpful resource in understanding the Pugapoo’s size and growth patterns, so you can make an informed decision based on the facts we have about this wonderful Poodle mix.