Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Bulldog Versus Mudi: Introduction
- Bulldog versus Mudi: Overview
- Bulldog versus Mudi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bulldog and the Mudi
- The Similarities Between the Bulldog and the Mudi
- Size Comparison of Bulldog versus Mudi
- Lifespan of Bulldog versus Mudi
- Temperament of the Mudi Versus the Bulldog
- Health Problems of Bulldog versus Health Problems of Mudi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Bulldog versus Mudi
- Do Bulldogs shed more than Mudis?
- Which one drools more, the Bulldog or the Mudi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Bulldog or the Mudi?
- Does the Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?
- Do Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?
- Can Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Bulldog vs. Mudi
- Can Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bulldog or the Mudi?
- Are Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Mudis?
- How Kid-friendly are Bulldogs and Mudis?
- Is the Bulldog Easier to Train than the Mudi?
- Conclusion: Bulldog versus Mudi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Bulldog Versus Mudi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bulldog and the Mudi? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bulldog and the Mudi better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bulldog and the Mudi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bulldog and the Mudi is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bulldog and for the Mudi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bulldog and the Mudi.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bulldog or the Mudi.
Bulldog versus Mudi: Overview
Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are similar in size. The Bulldog and the Mudi are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Bulldog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Mudi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Bulldog versus Mudi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Bulldog to the Mudi based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bulldog and the Mudi
| Factor | Bulldog | Mudi |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 14 to 20 inches |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 50 pounds | 18 to 29 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 8 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 10.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $4220 | No Data |
| Price Range | $3000 – $4500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 71.6 percent | 40.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bulldog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Mudi. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Bulldog is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mudi is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bulldog is a better pet than the Mudi. So, you should get the Bulldog!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bulldog and the Mudi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bulldog and the Mudi
Below is a list of where the Bulldog and the Mudi are most different:
- Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Mudis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
- Bulldogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.
- Bulldogs are very friendly towards strangers. However, Mudis are not very friendly towards strangers.
- Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Mudis do not have the tendency to drool.
- Bulldogs gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Mudis are not prone to gaining weight easily.
The Similarities Between the Bulldog and the Mudi
The Bulldog and the Mudi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bulldog and the Mudi are most similar:
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi do not get along well with other dogs.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are not prone to nip and chew at things.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are good for new dog owners.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are very playful.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are very easy to groom.
Size Comparison of Bulldog versus Mudi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bulldog and the Mudi.
Bulldogs weigh 40 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Bulldogs are 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Mudis weigh 18 to 29 pounds when fully grown. Mudis are 14 to 20 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Bulldog versus Mudi
The lifespan of Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Bulldogs is 10.0 years.
The lifespan of Mudis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Mudis is 13.0 years.
Mudis live longer than Bulldogs.
Temperament of the Mudi Versus the Bulldog
The Bulldog has a better temperament than the Mudi.
This is because the temperament score for the Bulldog is 71.6 percent while the temperament score for the Mudi is 40.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 71.6 percent, the Bulldog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 40.0 percent, the Mudi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bulldog and the Mudi by measuring the temperaments of 141 Bulldogs and 5 Mudis.
Health Problems of Bulldog versus Health Problems of Mudi
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Bulldog and the Mudi are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Mudi is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Bulldog.
10 health tests are recommended for Bulldog while 10 tests are recommended for the Mudi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Bulldogs and in Mudis.
Bulldog Health Problems
Bulldogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Bulldog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Bulldog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Bulldog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Bulldogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Bulldogs here.
Mudi Health Problems
Mudis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Mudi puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Mudi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Mudi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Mudis for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Mudis here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Bulldog versus Mudi
Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.
Mudis do not like to be left alone.
Do Bulldogs shed more than Mudis?
Bulldogs shed moderately.
Mudis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Bulldog or the Mudi
Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool.
Mudis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Bulldog or the Mudi?
Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Mudis are very easy to groom.
Does the Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?
Bulldogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Mudis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?
Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Mudis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Mudis can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Bulldog vs. Mudi
Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Mudis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Mudis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bulldog or the Mudi?
Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Mudis?
Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mudis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Bulldogs and Mudis?
Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Bulldog Easier to Train than the Mudi?
Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.
Mudis are very easy to train.
Is the Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Mudi?
Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bulldog or the Mudi?
Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Mudis are very good for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Bulldog versus Mudi. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bulldog and the Mudi better suits you and your family.