Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Dachshund Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Dachshund versus Puggle: Overview
- Dachshund versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Puggle
- Price of Dachshund versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Puggle
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Puggle
- Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Puggle
- Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the Puggle?
- Do Dachshunds shed more than Puggles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Puggle?
- Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Puggles?
- Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dachshund versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dachshund Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund and the Puggle? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund 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 Dachshund 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dachshund 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 Dachshund or the Puggle
Dachshund versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Dachshund and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog while the Puggle is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dachshund belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Dachshund versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dachshund 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.
| Factor | Dachshund | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 16 to 32 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1730 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $995 – $1400 |
| Temperament Score | 69.4 percent | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dachshund 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 a Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Dachshund. So, you should get the Puggle!
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 Dachshund and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Dachshund and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Puggle
The Dachshund and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dachshund and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dachshund and the Puggle.
Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 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.
Price of Dachshund versus Price of Puggle
The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund 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 a 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 Dachshund is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Dachshund | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1730 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dachshund and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Dachshund puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dachshunds. 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 Dachshund 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Dachshund versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dachshunds 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 Dachshund named Max that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dachshunds like Max on pefinder.com.
Also, like Dachshunds, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Dodger is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Dodger that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Easley (Needs A Foster) is the name of another Dachshund (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Jasper (Bonded To Marley), an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Dachshunds and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dachshunds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Puggle
Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Dachshunds are not easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Puggle
Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dachshunds 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 Dachshund or the Puggle?
Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Do Dachshunds shed more than Puggles?
Dachshunds shed moderately.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Puggle?
Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dachshund or the Puggle?
Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Dachshunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Puggles?
Dachshunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Dachshunds 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.
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 Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Puggle
Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dachshund 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 Dachshund:
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 Dachshund and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dachshund and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dachshund versus Boykin Spaniel Dachshund versus Finnish Lapphund Dachshund versus Boston Terrier Dachshund versus Bernese Mountain Dog Dachshund versus Portuguese Water Dog Dachshund versus Cockalier Dachshund versus Sealyham Terrier Dachshund versus Bich Poo Dachshund versus Bullmastiff Dachshund versus Collie
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Sloughi Puggle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Puggle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Puggle versus Dutch Shepherd Puggle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Puggle versus Goldendoodle Puggle versus Boxer Puggle versus West Highland White Terrier Puggle versus Braque du Bourbonnais Puggle versus Pomapoo
Conclusion: Dachshund 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 Dachshund and the Puggle better suits you and your family.