Differences and Similarities between the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle.

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Manchester Terrier Versus Puggle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and the Puggle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier or the Puggle.

Manchester Terrier versus Puggle

Manchester Terrier versus Puggle: Overview

Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are similar in size. The Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Manchester Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

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.

Manchester Terrier versus Puggle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and the Puggle

Factor Manchester Terrier Puggle
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Weight 12 to 22 pounds 18 to 30 pounds
Life Span 14 to 16 years 10 to 15 years
Height 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1030 $1330
Price Range $725 – $1300 $995 – $1400
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Juvenile Dialated Cardiomyopathy
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Xanthinuria type 2A
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier. 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 Manchester Terrier and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle

    The Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are most similar:

  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are very playful.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle are very easy to groom.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Manchester Terrier versus Puggle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Manchester Terrier and the Puggle.

    Manchester Terriers weigh 12 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Manchester Terriers are 15 to 16 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 Manchester Terrier versus Puggle

    The lifespan of Manchester Terriers is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Manchester Terriers is 15.0 years.

    The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.

    Manchester Terriers live longer than Puggles.

    Price of Manchester Terrier versus Price of Puggle

    The average price of the Manchester Terrier puppy is $1030. The price of the Manchester Terrier typically ranges from $725 – $1300. However, the price of a Manchester Terrier can be as low as $500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 7 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier.

    Manchester Terrier Puggle
    Average Price $1030 $1330
    Price Range $725 to $1300 $995 to $1400

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Manchester Terrier and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Manchester Terrier puppies or how many Puggle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Manchester Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Manchester Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier versus Adopting the Puggle

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Manchester Terriers 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 Manchester Terrier named Lucky that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Manchester Terriers like Lucky on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Manchester Terriers, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Choco Taco & Roxy is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Choco Taco & Roxy that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Manchester Terrier and the Puggle can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Parker is the name of another Manchester Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Tom is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Manchester Terriers and Puggles are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Manchester Terriers and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Manchester Terrier versus Puggle

    Manchester Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Manchester Terriers shed more than Puggles?

    Manchester Terriers shed moderately.

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Manchester Terrier or the Puggle

    Manchester Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Manchester Terrier or the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Manchester Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers 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 Manchester Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?

    Manchester Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Manchester Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Manchester Terrier vs. Puggle

    Manchester Terriers 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.

    Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Manchester Terriers 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 Manchester Terrier or the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Manchester Terriers good family dogs? What about Puggles?

    Manchester Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Manchester Terriers and Puggles?

    Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Manchester Terrier Easier to Train than the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers are not easy to train.

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Is the Manchester Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Manchester Terrier or the Puggle?

    Manchester Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Puggles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Manchester Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier:

  • American Hairless Terrier (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Miniature Pinscher.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Manchester Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Silky Terrier.
  • 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:

  • Beaglier (75 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Manchester Terrier vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Manchester Terrier and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Manchester Terrier and of the Puggle to other breeds:

    Manchester Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff     Puggle versus Sloughi     Puggle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Puggle versus Pointer     Puggle versus Australian Kelpie     Puggle versus Sloughi     Puggle versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Puggle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Puggle versus Japanese Chin     Puggle versus Cesky Terrier     Puggle versus Borzoi     Puggle versus Bulldog     Puggle versus Goldendoodle     Puggle versus Cavapoo     Puggle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Puggle versus Pyredoodle     Puggle versus Morkie     Puggle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Puggle versus Patterdale Terrier     Puggle versus Pomapoo     Puggle versus Golden Retriever     Puggle versus Plott     Puggle versus Japanese Chin     Puggle versus Kai Ken     

    Conclusion: Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and the Puggle better suits you and your family.