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- Average Litter Size of Pug
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Pug Will Have
- How Much Does the Pug Puppy Weigh at Birth?
- How Big Will a Pug Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Pug Puppy
- How Long is a Pug Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Pug
- Conclusion on Pug Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Pug
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 120 different Pug birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Pugs can have is 4 puppies. Also, the Pug can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 8 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Pug compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Pug Will Have
Pug Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Pug will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Pug is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Pug litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Pug will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Pug
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Pug will have if your Pug gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Pug. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Pug at different ages. This table applies to a Pug that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 0 to 7 puppies |
How Much Does the Pug Puppy Weigh at Birth?
Veterinarian researchers did a study to find out how much Pug puppies weigh at birth. These researchers weighed 32 Pug puppies at birth.
Based on the study of the weight of 32 Pug puppies, the average weight of the Pug at birth is 164 grams (5.8 ounces). The birth weight of the Pug puppy typically ranges from 135 grams (4.8 ounces) to 192 grams (6.8 ounces).
16 ounces equal one pound.
The factors that affect the weight of a Pug puppy at birth include the size, weight, and age of the mother.
Importantly, research has also shown that female dogs that give birth at ages between 2 and 8 years give birth to puppies that are heavier than puppies birthed by younger or older female dogs.
How Big Will a Pug Puppy Get?
A Pug puppy will grow up to weigh around 14 to 18 pounds. Furthermore, a Pug puppy will grow up to be 10 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Pug weight and how big Pugs grow here
How Much is a Pug Puppy
The average price of a Pug puppy is $1620. The price of a Pug puppy ranges from $1200 to $1875.
Since the Pug has an average litter size of 4, therefore a Pug litter birth is worth $6480.
To learn more about the price of Pug puppy, check our review on how much Pug puppy cost, and Pug buying advice.
How Long is a Pug Pregnant?
Pugs are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Pugs can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Pug conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Pug for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Pug
To ensure that your Pug successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Pug well: A good diet will ensure that your Pug has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Pug is in good health: Ensure you take your Pug to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Pug gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Pug is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Pug Litter Size
Pugs can have 4 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Pug will have depends on factors such as the age of the Pug and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Pugs the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Pug. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Pug gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Pugs in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.
