Which lives longer, the French Bulldog or the Pug?

The Pug has the longer median lifespan: French Bulldog 9.8 years versus Pug 11.6 years (McMillan 2024).

Which is healthier, the French Bulldog or the Pug?

On the Breed Health Score the French Bulldog scores 38/100 and the Pug scores 55/100. The Pug scores higher.

French Bulldog vs Pug

The French Bulldog has a median lifespan of 9.8 years and a Breed Health Score of 38/100 (grade D); the Pug lives a median of 11.6 years with a score of 55/100 (grade C). On the overall index the Pug scores higher. The Pug has the longer median lifespan.

French Bulldog

38grade D

Pug

55grade C

Median lifespan

9.8 yr

11.6 yr

Size

small · 8-14 kg

toy · 6-8 kg

Flat-faced

Yes

Longevity

Conformation

Hereditary burden

Health Score

38D

55C

Conditions

BOAS IVDD Skin fold dermatitis Cherry eye Hemivertebrae

BOAS Pug dog encephalitis Corneal ulcers Skin fold dermatitis Obesity

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How to read this. The Breed Health Score combines longevity (65%), conformation (20%) and hereditary burden (15%); see the methodology. Median lifespan is from McMillan, K.M. et al. (2024) "Longevity of companion dog breeds", Scientific Reports (584,734 UK dogs). Data CC-BY 4.0. These are independent estimates for comparing breeds, not veterinary advice. Build your own with the interactive compare tool.