Tiny Pug’s First Starbucks Pup Cup Nearly Matches Her Size

All dogs love pup cups — the delightful treat served to canine companions at coffee shops such as Starbucks, where baristas hand over an espresso‑sized cup of whipped cream. Typically, these mini cups disappear in seconds as eager dogs devour the foam. In this case, a remarkably small pug faces a cup that is almost as large as her own body.

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In the TikTok video, the pug named Jewels—small enough to fit in the palm of a hand—enthusiastically laps her very first Starbucks secret‑menu "puppuccino." The tiny cup appears gigantic against her petite frame. "She loves it!" her owner exclaims, while comments flood the feed with remarks such as "a pup that can fit in the cup 🥰😂." Although the cup is far from empty, Jewels is clearly enjoying the challenge.

How tiny can pugs be?

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Despite popular social‑media portrayals, no major kennel club officially recognizes "teacup," "mini," or "pocket‑size" pugs. The American Kennel Club and other registries list only the standard pug. Dogs marketed under those labels are usually naturally small individuals, mixed‑breed dogs, or the result of irresponsible breeding practices.

With their characteristic wrinkles and compact bodies, pugs already belong to the small‑dog category. Most adult pugs weigh between 14 and 18 pounds (6.4–8.2 kg), though some individuals remain on the petite side at 11–13 pounds (5–5.9 kg). A 10‑pound pug is often considered a runt of the litter.

As puppies, any pug can appear small enough to disappear into a Starbucks pup cup, much like Jewels. However, owners should not expect their dogs to remain puppy‑sized permanently. For a comprehensive overview of the breed and common pug mixes, see our detailed guide.