Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Labrador Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Labrador Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
- Labrador Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
- Price of Labrador Retriever versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Labrador Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
- Do Labrador Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle?
- Does the Labrador Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Labrador Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Labrador Retriever vs. Puggle
- Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle?
- Are Labrador Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Labrador Retrievers and Puggles?
- Is the Labrador Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labrador Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Labrador Retriever versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Labrador Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever and the Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever or the Puggle.
Labrador Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Labrador Retriever is a large-sized dog while the Puggle is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Labrador 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.
Labrador Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever and the Puggle
| Factor | Labrador Retriever | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 24 inches 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 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1290 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $850 – $1500 | $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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever is 74 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 Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle
The Labrador Retriever and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Labrador Retriever and the Puggle.
Labrador Retrievers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Labrador Retrievers are 21 to 24 inches 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 Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
The lifespan of Labrador Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Labrador 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 Labrador Retrievers.
Price of Labrador Retriever versus Price of Puggle
The average price of the Labrador Retriever puppy is $1290. The price of the Labrador Retriever typically ranges from $850 – $1500. However, the price of a Labrador Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1413 Labrador 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 Puggle is more expensive than the Labrador Retriever.
| Labrador Retriever | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1290 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $850 to $1500 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Labrador Retriever and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Labrador Retriever puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever named Lincoln that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Labrador Retrievers like Lincoln on pefinder.com.
Also, like Labrador Retrievers, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Jelly Bean is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Jelly Bean that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Ernest is the name of another Labrador Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Choco Taco & Roxy is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Labrador Retrievers and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Labrador Retriever versus Puggle
Labrador Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Labrador Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
Labrador Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle
Labrador Retrievers drool moderately.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Labrador Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers 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.
Do Labrador Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Labrador Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Labrador Retrievers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Labrador Retriever vs. Puggle
Labrador Retrievers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever or the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Labrador Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Labrador 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 Labrador Retrievers and Puggles?
Labrador Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Labrador Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers are very easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Labrador Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Labrador Retriever or the Puggle?
Labrador Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labrador Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Labrador Retriever and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Labrador Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Labrador Retriever versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Labrador Retriever versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Irish Wolfhound Labrador Retriever versus Akbash Labrador Retriever versus Beagle Labrador Retriever versus Shiranian Labrador Retriever versus German Pinscher Labrador Retriever versus Bernese Mountain Dog Labrador Retriever versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Labrador Retriever versus Curly-Coated Retriever Labrador Retriever versus Shiloh Shepherd Labrador Retriever versus Skye Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Goldador Labrador Retriever versus Australian Cattle Dog Labrador Retriever versus Airedale Terrier Labrador Retriever versus German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever versus Bloodhound Labrador Retriever versus Japanese Spitz Labrador Retriever versus Jack Russell Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Irish Terrier Labrador Retriever versus Irish Wolfhound Labrador Retriever versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever versus Kuvasz Labrador Retriever versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Labrador Retriever versus Akbash
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Toy Poodle Puggle versus Spanish Mastiff Puggle versus French Bulldog Puggle versus Lhasa Apso Puggle versus Bouvier des Flandres Puggle versus American Hairless Terrier Puggle versus Giant Schnauzer Puggle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Puggle versus Chinese Crested Puggle versus French Bulldog Puggle versus Dogo Argentino Puggle versus Black and Tan Coonhound Puggle versus Berger Picard Puggle versus Irish Water Spaniel Puggle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Puggle versus West Highland White Terrier Puggle versus Miniature Poodle Puggle versus Shiloh Shepherd Puggle versus Pomchi Puggle versus Black Mouth Cur Puggle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puggle versus Lowchen Puggle versus Goldador Puggle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Puggle versus Scottish Deerhound
Conclusion: Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever and the Puggle better suits you and your family.