What Is the Life Span of a Pug Bull?

A pug bull, also known as the miniature bulldog or bull-pug, is a hybrid dog obtained by breeding pugs and bulldogs. The breed was developed to reduce the health issues and the size of bulldogs. A mini-bulldog is a playful and loyal pet that weighs between 20 and 40 pounds. It is between 12 and 14 inches high and 17 to 24 inches long.

  1. Average Life Expectancy

    • The average life expectancy of canines is 12.8 years, according to Pets.ca. Smaller dogs tend to live longer than larger breeds. The normal lifespan of a pug is about 12 to 15 years, while a bulldog is expected to live between six and eight years on average. There is no definite data for the typical life span of a crossbetween these two breeds, however, being a smaller dog, the pug bull may easily live over 12 years.

    Factors Influencing Lifespan

    • A number of factors may influence the lifespan of your mini-bulldog, including his diet, living conditions, genetic predisposition, health issues that may occur and whether he gets timely medical help. Dogs living in favorable conditions and with a healthy genetic background may live longer than the average life expectancy.

    Increase Your Dog's Lifespan

    • Your dog should get veterinary help when he shows symptoms of a medical condition. If your dog doesn't receive treatment, his condition may worsen and this may affect his lifespan. You may also increase your dog's life span by giving him a balanced diet that contains all the nutrients needed for his age. As your dog gets older, joint supplements can be administered.

      Keep your dog in good shape and reduce the risks that are associated with obesity: heart disease, premature joint disease or shorter lifespan. Ensure your pet gets the amount of exercise he needs to prevent obesity. Take a 10 to 15 minute walk daily and play with your pet whenever you have some extra time.

      Pug bulls have short muzzles and are prone to allergies, which is a reaction of the immune system. Allergies are not treatable, but are manageable, and your dog may get allergy shots that train his immune system and reduce the severity of allergies.

    Signs Your Pug Bull is Aging

    • When your pug bull starts aging, he may be prone to a few common old-age conditions that affect most senior dogs. Pug bulls are likely to become obese, so monitor your pet's weight. Joint problems are signaled by limping, hesitation to perform movements and pain when touching your pet's limbs. Other signs of aging may include reduced activity, increased sleeping hours, reduced interest in activities or the appearance of gray hairs in the dog's coat.