Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Golden Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Golden Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
- Golden Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Retriever versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Golden Retriever versus Puggle
- Price of Golden Retriever versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Golden Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Retriever versus Puggle
- Do Golden Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle?
- Does the Golden Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Golden Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Golden Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Golden Retriever vs. Puggle
- Can Golden Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle?
- Are Golden Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Golden Retrievers and Puggles?
- Is the Golden Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Golden Retriever versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Golden Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever or the Puggle.
Golden Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Golden Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Puggle is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Golden Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
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.
Golden Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Puggle
| Factor | Golden Retriever | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 75 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1870 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2200 | $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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Golden Retriever. 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 Golden Retriever and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Golden Retriever and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle
The Golden Retriever and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Golden Retriever and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Retriever versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Golden Retriever and the Puggle.
Golden Retrievers weigh 55 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Golden Retrievers are 21 to 24 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 Golden Retriever versus Puggle
The lifespan of Golden Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Golden Retrievers is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Puggles live longer than Golden Retrievers.
Price of Golden Retriever versus Price of Puggle
The average price of the Golden Retriever puppy is $1870. The price of the Golden Retriever typically ranges from $1500 – $2200. However, the price of a Golden Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2668 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Golden Retriever | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1870 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2200 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Golden Retriever and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Golden Retriever puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Golden Retrievers. 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever named D837 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Golden Retrievers like D837 on pefinder.com.
Also, like Golden Retrievers, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Granville is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Granville that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Bear is the name of another Golden Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Jelly Bean is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Golden Retrievers and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Retriever versus Puggle
Golden Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Golden Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
Golden Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle
Golden Retrievers have a very high tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Golden Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Golden Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Golden Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Golden Retrievers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Golden Retriever vs. Puggle
Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Golden Retrievers 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 Golden Retriever or the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Golden Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Golden Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Golden Retrievers and Puggles?
Golden Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Golden Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Golden Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Golden Retriever or the Puggle?
Golden Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever:
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 Golden Retriever and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Golden Retriever and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Golden Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Bull Terrier Puggle versus Xoloitzcuintli Puggle versus English Setter Puggle versus Chorkie Puggle versus Saint Bernard Puggle versus Boxer Puggle versus Cavapoo Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Puggle versus Icelandic Sheepdog Puggle versus English Toy Spaniel Puggle versus Tibetan Spaniel Puggle versus German Longhaired Pointer Puggle versus Biewer Terrier Puggle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Puggle versus Black Russian Terrier Puggle versus Plott Puggle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Puggle versus Shihpoo Puggle versus Aussiedoodle Puggle versus Boxer Puggle versus Afador Puggle versus Bedlington Terrier Puggle versus Gordon Setter Puggle versus Shiba Inu Puggle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Conclusion: Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever and the Puggle better suits you and your family.