According to the American Kennel Club Official Pug Standards, you can expect a full-grown Pug to weigh between 14 and 18 pounds and stand 10 to 13 inches tall. A full-grown Pug will appear compact and solid, rather than lean and leggy.

Pugs have a withers height between 10”-13” (25-33 cm) and a weight in the range of 14-18 lb (6.4-8.2 kg). The Pug has an overall body length of roughly 15.5”-20.5” (39-52 cm), standing height of 13”-17” (33-43 cm), and a typical lifespan of 13-15 years.

Pugs can live up to 15 years of age and most will have health issues along the way, plus the breed is particularly prone to weight gain. Therefore the correct amount and quality of food, as well as regular exercise, is an important formula to keeping them fit and healthy.

If you suspect your dog is too skinny, here are some signs you can look for, according to Rover: The ribs are clearly visible or feel like they lie just beneath the skin, with no fat layer in between. The hip bones, shoulder bones and spinal cord are easy to feel beneath the skin.