Quick Links: Table of Contents
- French Bulldog Versus Puggle: Introduction
- French Bulldog versus Puggle: Overview
- French Bulldog versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the French Bulldog and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Puggle
- Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the French Bulldog versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Puggle
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Puggle
- Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Puggle
- Do French Bulldogs shed more than Puggles?
- Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Puggles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Puggle?
- Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
French Bulldog Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog or the Puggle
French Bulldog versus Puggle: Overview
Both the French Bulldog and the Puggle are similar in size. The French Bulldog and the Puggle are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the French 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
French Bulldog versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the French Bulldog 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 | French Bulldog | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 11 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 16 to 28 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $4610 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $3100 – $5000 | $995 – $1400 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*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 French 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 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 French Bulldog is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the French Bulldog is a better pet than the Puggle. So, you should get the French 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 French Bulldog and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the French Bulldog and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the French Bulldog and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Puggle
The French Bulldog and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the French Bulldog and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Puggle.
French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 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 French Bulldog versus Price of Puggle
The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog is more expensive than the Puggle.
| French Bulldog | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $4610 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $3100 to $5000 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the French Bulldog and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many French Bulldog puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs. 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 French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many French Bulldogs 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 French Bulldog named Knox that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable French Bulldogs like Knox on pefinder.com.
Also, like French Bulldogs, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Brady is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Brady that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Louis is the name of another French Bulldog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Dreyfus, an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more French Bulldogs and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: French Bulldog versus Puggle
French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Puggle
French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
French 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.
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.
Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Puggle
French Bulldogs 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.
Do French Bulldogs shed more than Puggles?
French Bulldogs shed moderately.
Puggles shed moderately.
Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Puggles?
French Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Puggle?
French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Puggle?
French Bulldogs are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Puggle?
French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Puggles?
French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Puggle?
French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog:
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 French Bulldog and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the French Bulldog and of the Puggle to other breeds:
French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Norwegian Buhund Puggle versus Border Collie Puggle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Puggle versus Cairn Terrier Puggle versus Saint Bernard Puggle versus Mastiff Puggle versus Belgian Tervuren Puggle versus Keeshond Puggle versus Sheepadoodle Puggle versus Cockalier
Conclusion: French Bulldog 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 French Bulldog and the Puggle better suits you and your family.