Which is Better between the Puggle and the Pyredoodle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Puggle Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Pyredoodle 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 Puggle and for the Pyredoodle. 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 Puggle and the Pyredoodle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Puggle or the Pyredoodle.

Puggle versus Pyredoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Puggle and the Pyredoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Pyredoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Puggle versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Puggle to the Pyredoodle 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 Puggle and the Pyredoodle

Factor Puggle Pyredoodle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 32 inches
Weight 18 to 30 pounds 85 to 100 pounds
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1330 $1390
Price Range $995 – $1400 $1250 – $1600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Puggle 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyredoodle is not better or worse than the Puggle. So, you can get the Pyredoodle or 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 Puggle and the Pyredoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Pyredoodle

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

  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle are not easy to train.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Puggle and the Pyredoodle have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Pyredoodle

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

    Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pyredoodles weigh 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Pyredoodles are 15 to 32 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Puggle versus Pyredoodle

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

    The lifespan of Pyredoodles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Pyredoodles is 11.0 years.

    Puggles live longer than Pyredoodles.

    Price of Puggle versus Price of Pyredoodle

    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 reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Pyredoodle puppy is $1390. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $1600. However, the price of the Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 24 Pyredoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pyredoodle is more expensive than the Puggle.

    Puggle Pyredoodle
    Average Price $1330 $1390
    Price Range $995 to $1400 $1250 to $1600

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Pyredoodle 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Pyredoodle

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Puggles shed more than Pyredoodles?

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Pyredoodle

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Pyredoodle?

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?

    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.

    Pyredoodles 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 Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?

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

    Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Pyredoodle

    Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Pyredoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Pyredoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Pyredoodle?

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?

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

    Pyredoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Pyredoodles?

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

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

    Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyredoodle?

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Puggles are very good for new dog owners.

    Pyredoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Pyredoodle vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pyredoodle vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pyredoodle vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pyredoodle vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle

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

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Bernedoodle (81 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Bernedoodle.
  • Bordoodle (79 percent match with Pyredoodle). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Bordoodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Puggle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Puggle versus Norwich Terrier     Puggle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Puggle versus Bedlington Terrier     Puggle versus Briard     Puggle versus Basenji     Puggle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Puggle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Puggle versus Siberian Husky     Puggle versus Saint Bernard     Puggle versus Greyhound     Puggle versus Peek A Poo     Puggle versus Coton de Tulear     Puggle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Puggle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Puggle versus Pomchi     Puggle versus Cesky Terrier     Puggle versus Pug     Puggle versus Airedale Terrier     Puggle versus Vizsla     Puggle versus Belgian Tervuren     Puggle versus Skye Terrier     Puggle versus Akita Chow     Puggle versus Estrela Mountain Dog     

    Pyredoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyredoodle versus Shiba Inu     Pyredoodle versus Lhasapoo     Pyredoodle versus Stabyhoun     Pyredoodle versus German Pinscher     Pyredoodle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Pyredoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog     Pyredoodle versus Pomchi     Pyredoodle versus Belgian Tervuren     Pyredoodle versus Chorkie     Pyredoodle versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Pyredoodle versus Coton de Tulear     Pyredoodle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Pyredoodle versus Papipoo     Pyredoodle versus Dogo Argentino     Pyredoodle versus Catahoula Bulldog     Pyredoodle versus Cocker Spaniel     Pyredoodle versus Bracco Italiano     Pyredoodle versus Siberian Husky     Pyredoodle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Pyredoodle versus Morkie     Pyredoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier     Pyredoodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Pyredoodle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Pyredoodle versus Bouvier des Flandres     Pyredoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier     

    Conclusion: Puggle versus Pyredoodle. 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 Puggle and the Pyredoodle better suits you and your family.