Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Puggle: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Puggle
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Puggle
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Puggle
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Puggles?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Puggle? 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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle 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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Puggle 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 Chinese Crested and for the Puggle. 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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Puggle.
Chinese Crested versus Puggle: Overview
Both the Chinese Crested and the Puggle are similar in size. The Chinese Crested and the Puggle are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Chinese Crested versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Puggle 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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $995 – $1400 |
| 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 Chinese Crested 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 Puggle. 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Puggle. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Puggle
The Chinese Crested and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Puggle.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Puggle
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Puggles live longer than Chinese Cresteds.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Puggle
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Chinese Crested | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Puggle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Cresteds and many Puggles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Chinese Crested named Baboo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Cresteds like Baboo on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chinese Cresteds, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Ollie is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Ollie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Buddy is the name of another Chinese Crested (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Koki is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Chinese Cresteds and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Puggle
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Puggles?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Puggles 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.
Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Puggle
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Puggles?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Puggle?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chinese Crested:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Puggle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Boykin Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Dachshund Chinese Crested versus Skye Terrier Chinese Crested versus Belgian Tervuren Chinese Crested versus Japanese Spitz Chinese Crested versus Pomsky Chinese Crested versus Akita Chow Chinese Crested versus Barbet Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus Japanese Chin Chinese Crested versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Westiepoo Chinese Crested versus Afghan Hound Chinese Crested versus Giant Schnauzer Chinese Crested versus Beaglier Chinese Crested versus Golden Cocker Retriever Chinese Crested versus Norwegian Lundehund Chinese Crested versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Chinese Crested versus Estrela Mountain Dog Chinese Crested versus Afghan Hound Chinese Crested versus Chihuahua Chinese Crested versus Irish Terrier Chinese Crested versus Komondor Chinese Crested versus Shetland Sheepdog Chinese Crested versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Irish Wolfhound Puggle versus Xoloitzcuintli Puggle versus American Hairless Terrier Puggle versus Standard Poodle Puggle versus Finnish Lapphund Puggle versus American Bulldog Puggle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Puggle versus Chi-Poo Puggle versus English Springer Spaniel Puggle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Puggle versus German Shorthaired Pointer Puggle versus Black Russian Terrier Puggle versus Greyhound Puggle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Puggle versus Cane Corso Puggle versus Belgian Malinois Puggle versus Brussels Griffon Puggle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Puggle versus Doberman Pinscher Puggle versus Fila Brasileiro Puggle versus Kerry Blue Terrier Puggle versus Plott Puggle versus Schipperke Puggle versus Kuvasz Puggle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Puggle. 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 Chinese Crested and the Puggle better suits you and your family.