#pug — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 13.1M total posts and 491 new posts daily, #pug is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.1K likes and 13 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #pug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#puglife	13.1M	491	1.1K	100	46
#puglove	8.6M	92	933	94	43
#dog	391.9M	5.2K	550	100	31
#pugsofinstagram	12.8M	273	925	100	59
#dogsofinstagram	333.2M	27.9K	1.4K	100	64

Related Hashtags to #pug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#pugs	10.1M	135	827	100	55
#pugstagram	5.8M	169	1.7K	100	56
#puglover	2.8M	52	1.4K	64	57
#dogs	178.9M	4.6K	1.7K	100	50
#pugpuppy	3.1M	22	2.6K	42	63

Similar Hashtags to #pug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#deepugarasiya	4.9M	5.2K	806	100	49
#puglia	15.9M	1.5K	1.8K	100	80
#puglife	13.1M	491	1.1K	100	46
#pugsofinstagram	12.8M	273	925	100	59
#puglove	8.6M	92	933	94	43

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #pug on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #pug has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #pug alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #pug with #pugs, #pugstagram, #puglover for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #pug on Instagram?

#pug has 13.1M total posts on Instagram with approximately 491 new posts added daily. The average post using #pug receives 1.1K likes and 13 comments.

Is #pug a good hashtag to use?

#pug has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 46/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #pug?

The best hashtags to use with #pug include: #pugs, #pugstagram, #puglover, #dogs, #pugpuppy. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-09-12. Learn about our editorial process →

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