Pugador

25-45 lbs
15-17"
Unknown
Pug
Labrador Retriever

The Pugador is a hybrid where the Pug is crossed with the Labrador Retriever. While there is not much information available about the hybrid, we can consider the traits of both parent breeds to get an idea of what the Pugador will be like. Labrador Retrievers are known to be loyal, affectionate and even-tempered, while the Pug will be quiet and at times stubborn. Both breeds will enjoy being with their humans. Pugs are relatively small while Labrador Retrievers are medium to large in size. You can anticipate that your Pugador will grow to between 30 and 50 pounds and exhibit a mix of the personality traits of his parent breeds.

purpose Purpose
Companion
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Pug and Labrador Retriever

Pugador Health

Average Size
Male Pugador size stats
Height: 17-19 inches Weight: 30-50 lbs
Female Pugador size stats
Height: 15-17 inches Weight: 25-45 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Gastric Torsion
  • Epilepsy
  • Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Portosystemic Shunt
  • Pug Dog Encephalitis
  • Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Minor Concerns
  • Otitis Externa
  • Entropion
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Cataracts
  • Allergies
  • Corneal Ulcer
Occasional Tests
  • Eye
  • Hip
  • Elbow
  • Blood
  • Liver Ultrasound
  • Ear
  • Allergy Testing

Pugador Breed History

The Pugador is a relatively new hybrid, though the two breeds that make the hybrid have long histories. The Pug first originated in China between 206 B.C. and 200 A.D., during the Han dynasty. There is evidence that there were dogs similar to the Pug in ancient Tibet and Japan. When Dutch traders brought these dogs to Europe in the 1500’s and 1600’s, the dogs were called Mopshond and they became a popular among royalty. By the 1800’s there were two dominant breeding lines in England; the Morrisson line, founded on Queen Charlotte’s royal dogs and the second line started by Lord and Lady Willoughby de Eresby on dogs that came from Hungary and Russia. The breed made its way to the United States after the Civil War and became recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885. Named after the capital of Newfoundland, the Labrador was known as the St. John’s Water Dog in the 1700’s. During this time, he helped fishermen with their nets and brought back fish that fell from the nets. Eventually the breed was named the Labrador after the Labrador Sea. According to records, the Labrador arrived in London in the 1820’s where the second Earl of Malmesbury was one of the first to own one of the breed. The popularity of the breed was the result of the ability of the Labrador to retrieve while hunting with his human. In the 1880’s the breed almost became extinct, however the Malmesbury family and various English breeders worked to continue it. In the 1920’s the Labrador arrived in the United States.

Pugador Breed Appearance

As the size of the Pug is a relatively small dog while the Labrador Retriever is medium to large in size, the resulting hybrid can vary quite a bit in size. Your Pugador will have a thick coat, thanks to the double coat of his parent breeds and can be seen in white, black, brown and tan. A small, sturdy body can be inherited from the Pug parent, while the Labrador Retriever can pass on an athletic build. Often, he can have the facial appearance of the Labrador but the Pug influence is definitely there, with a bulging eye and a muzzle that has the upturn of the Pug. As with all hybrids, your Pugador will inherit traits from each parent breed, resulting in his own unique, physical appearance. 

Eye Color Possibilities
hazel Pugador eyes
Hazel
brown Pugador eyes
Brown
amber Pugador eyes
Amber
Nose Color Possibilities
black Pugador nose
Black
brown Pugador nose
Brown
Coat Color Possibilities
black Pugador coat
Black
white Pugador coat
White
brown Pugador coat
Brown
fawn Pugador coat
Fawn
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Pugador straight coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Pugador Breed Maintenance

The Pugador will require a moderate degree of maintenance. While The amount of shedding you can expect from a Pugador will vary, the Pug does tend to shed a lot, particularly during the summer months and this trait may be passed on to the hybrid. Daily brushing of your Pugador will be helpful to keep the shedding under control and his coat looking healthy. Bathing every one to two months is recommended, depending on the coat of your dog and how messy he gets. It is a good idea to check his ears on a weekly basis and trim his nails as necessary. Should your dog inherit facial wrinkles, you will want to keep the creases of the wrinkles clean and dry. As with all dogs, the teeth of your Pugador should be brushed several times per week to ensure his long term dental health

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Brushes for Pugador
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Scissors
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Pugador requires daily brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Pugador Temperament

While not much information is available about the Pugador’s temperament, you can look at the temperament of the hybrid’s parent breeds to determine what you may see in your pet. A Pug will want to be around you at all times and the Labrador Retriever is known to be loving and loyal, meaning that it is likely that the hybrid will be affectionate and interested in spending time with his humans. While Labrador Retrievers are easygoing dogs, the Pug can be stubborn on occasion. As both breeds are bright and friendly and will do well with other animals and people, you can expect the same from the hybrid.

Pugador Activity Requirements

The Pugador will inherit his activity and energy level from his parent breeds. Pugs tend to be calm indoors though do require some exercise, which can include walks or outdoor play time. It is important to keep in mind that Pugs should not be engaged in strenuous activity when the weather is hot and humid. The Labrador is an active breed who will need regular exercise, which can include long walks and trips to the dog park, as well as outdoor play with his humans. The Pugador will benefit from a large fenced in yard where he can roam and get out his energy. Depending on the traits that your Pugador inherits, he will likely demonstrate an average energy level and require an average amount of daily activity for his health and to avoid causing trouble that may be encountered by boredom or lack of mental stimulation.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
10 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
50 minutes
activity minutes

Pugador Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
1.5 cups
cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$1.00 - $1.20
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$25.00 - $34.00
food bag monthly cost

Pugador Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Pugador size stats at six months
Height: 9.0 inches Weight: 20.0 lbs
Female Pugador size stats at six months
Height: 7.5 inches Weight: 17.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Pugador size stats at 12 months
Height: 17.0 inches Weight: 35.0 lbs
Female Pugador size stats at 12 months
Height: 15.0 inches Weight: 32.0 lbs
18 Months
Male Pugador size stats at 18 months
Height: 18.0 inches Weight: 40.0 lbs
Female Pugador size stats at 18 months
Height: 16.0 inches Weight: 35.0 lbs

Pugador Owner Experiences

Lex Barker
12 Years
1 People
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I adopted Lex when he was approximately 8 years old. He trained easily and received advanced training to be my service dog. We are inseparable.
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Lex Barker
12 Years
1 People
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I adopted Lex when he was approximately 8 years old. He trained easily and received advanced training to be my service dog. We are inseparable.
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Lacey
10 Years
1 People
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Lacey is very smart, does not like to be touched while sleeping. Likes being to me. She’s loving, but not affectionate because she likes her space. She’s stubborn and strong willed!!! I did not teach her the typical dog commands. Stop means stop! She knows things like all the names of her toys. But! after my husband died she changed especially when we moved away. But so did I change, we have each other and we both take comfort in that.
5 months, 1 week ago
Ruby
1 Year
3 People
Condo
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Dog Parks
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Chase
Play
Tug-of-war
Road trip
Walk
Bike ride
She is one of the best dogs we've ever had. She has zero aggression, loves to play, and likes to be around people. While she can be high energy, shes a great pet.
2 years, 7 months ago
Molly
2 Years
4 People
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Red light
Chase leaves
Playing in the snow
Molly has been one of the best dogs we have owned. She is very sweet and loveable!
6 years, 10 months ago
Lulu
12 Weeks
4 People
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Cuddles
She is beautiful but hard to toilet train
6 years, 4 months ago
Benji
2 Years
1 People
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I bought benji off craigslist. I had no idea what breed he would be. Ended up doing a swab test and found out he was half pug and half black lab. I had no idea how big he was going to be. I was just in love. He is so affectionate to all people and other dogs a huge cuddler. He is very clingy to me and loves to be next to me and on top of me. He can be naughty and up to no good when no ones looking. Like ripping through trash and unrolling the toilet paper. But there are so many more pros than cons. I’m not sure why they don’t breed more pugadors! They are the most perfect pet:)
6 years, 3 months ago
Kingston
4 Years
4 People
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Walk
Very interesting breed. Talks a lot - grunting. Really is smart. Loves being with you and going for walks. He is the only dog I have ever heard of who gives hugs!
6 years, 1 month ago
Ellie
2 Years
2 People
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Dog Parks
Fetch
We rescued Ellie from a shelter not knowing her breed or even if pugadors were common, they are not. It has been so much fun exploring this breed as our Ellie is extremely vocal, loyal, easy to train, and the perfect pet. She has the energy of a Labrador when out at the park but a mellow pug demeanor when at home. She hasn’t quite figured out swimming yet, but hey it’s a work in progress! Love hearing the similarities from fellow owners ❤️
5 years, 4 months ago
Wesley
5 Years
4 People
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A very loyal dog. We rescued him when he was about 18 months and already house trained. He loves to play catch, but with his stuffed toys. He will not play with balls. He refuses to "go" in the yard, only when he's on his walk, of which he has three a day. And he will do anything for a tummy rub.
5 years, 3 months ago
Cooper
8 Years
4 People
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Walking
tummy rubs
We rescued Cooper at about 18 months. She is so affectionate and loves all people and children. Loves walks and occasionally plays but only with soft toys. Sheds ALOT of hair but grooming regularly keeps it down, a little
5 years, 1 month ago
Prince
3 Months
1 People
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So far he’s catching on to potty training, very cuddly, sleeps a lot. Active when awake but doesn’t bite or tear up my things
4 years, 6 months ago
Buddy
9 Years
4 People
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He was very lively & active when we first got him. He still is active, but enjoys his naps. He's a good snorer also. :)
4 years, 5 months ago
Tug
14 Years
4 People
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Cuddling
He's incredibly lovable, very loyal, and follows me everywhere. He's also pretty active and healthy for his age.
4 years, 4 months ago
Oreo
1 Year
2 People
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Walking
Play
Run
Playing in the snow
Oreo is an affectionate loving dog! He has so much energy for a small dog. He loves everyone but he’s a bit vocal with other dogs. He LOVES food.
4 years, 3 months ago
Dagobah
6 Years
2 People
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Very social dog, loves people, kids especially, other dogs, and cats. He is always by my side.
4 years, 3 months ago
Kira
8 Months
4 People
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This is the first pugador we’ve owned. She started out as a foster puppy, but quickly turned into a “foster fail” when we all fell in love with her.
4 years, 2 months ago
Bloo
7 Years
2 People
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She’s a very sweet girl, very loyal. She loves playing but her favorite thing is 2 take long naps. She’s sometimes pron 2 jealousy and temper tantrums. As long as you don’t have more than 1 other dog she’s perfect
4 years, 1 month ago
Ozzy!
8 Months
2 People
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Ozzy is soo friendly and smart, he learns tricks in minutes, walks off leash with minimal training needed, he LOVES SWIMMING! he NEVER chews or bites anything and always wants to be by my side! He is 55lbs! And mostly resembles a lab with a pug tail, coat, eyes, and ears
4 years ago
Panther
8 Weeks
5 People
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We barely got him Yesterday
3 years, 10 months ago
Zoey
3 Months
5 People
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Chasing her toys
Run
She was sweet but sometimes she become a little agressive. She is chewing everything anf sometimes she even bites us, which is we don't like
3 years, 9 months ago
Tucker
5 Years
1 People
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Loving. Loyal. Stubborn. Smart. Can’t swim. Follows me everywhere I go. Doesn’t like to be alone. Food obsessed. Doesn’t like to be hugged or cuddled. Loves belly rubs. Barks very loudly, sounds scary! No bite history. Barks at dogs when he is on leash and isn’t able to interact with them. Each summer his skin becomes inflamed, itchy and smelly. The vet puts him on a steroid. The steroid makes my dog excessively thirsty, hungry and thus I have to get him outside more often to pee. He also gains weight while on the drug. Bathing him only makes the skin situation worse. I had his skin biopsied and the results indicated a skin allergy disease although there is no such diagnosis but it was the best answer they could come up with. Tucker is my everything and has been a wonderful companion.
3 years, 9 months ago
Goldie
6 Months
1 People
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She was house broken rather quickly and will ring a bell to go out. She can be sneaky if bored. She will steal things off tables and Chews paper. Does not easily give up paper items and tries to eat them. But mostly she is good as long as she is walked and played with regularly. Hates when I talk on the phone just like a little kid.
3 years, 6 months ago
Sheru
3 Years
5 People
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Shake hand
Running
Very very good dog.. i like my pugador. Pugador very shy and very polite and clever
3 years, 5 months ago
Lilly
4 Years
1 People
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She is a total goofball. I adopted her from the shelter 12/19. She was an owner surrender - and I don't think it was a good situation. She had several litters, and was an outdoor dog. Did not understand attention, pats, or hugs. Was terrified when she first came home with us. Slept under the bed the first 2 nights - learned quickly from her "brother" a Malti-poo rescue. She is shy around strangers but warms up quickly and tends to be overbearing to new dogs I think from wanting to be their friend NOW! She snores like a old drunk man, makes all kinds of funny snorts, grunts and grumbles. I have to watch her around food - she'll grab things before they hit the floor! And when out walking, I have to check where we're walking for food that may have been dropped. I found some chicken bones the other day and grabbed before she saw them. She is a great addition to our family and I would tell anyone considering a Pugador, to get one. She sounds intimidating when she barks. and she will destroy stuffed toys, loves balls and tug toys
3 years, 3 months ago
Tallulah
6 Years
4 People
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We rescued Tallulah from an SPCA 4 year ago and were told she was around two years old based on dental and size. She is small-medium, 26# at her last vet appt. Loves chasing the sprinkler, hates baths. She gets bathed twice a week during summer as she has the itchy dry irritated skin and has a prescription shampoo to help that ($16 /month for 3-4 months per year- not expensive). Very very vocal and her bark is much bigger than she looks capable of. Loves people and training her not to jump on guests has been a struggle, but we are getting there. She spends most of the day under my feet or under my desk, and most of the night at the foot of my 17 yo sons bed.
3 years, 3 months ago
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I took in a very traumatized Black Lab female few months ago. I'm working with a dog behaviorist to be able to get her to trust people, walk on leash, and get in the car. The neighbors Pug squeezed through my fence and now I have 8 Pugadore puppies! I promise I will continue to work with my lab until i can safely get her to the vet safely to be spayed!! This pregnancy was completely unintentional, but now I have these adorable little creatures. How much should I charge for people to take them?

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