Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Schipperke: Introduction
- Puggle versus Schipperke: Overview
- Puggle versus Schipperke: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Schipperke
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Schipperke
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Schipperke
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Schipperke
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Schipperke
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Schipperke
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Schipperke
- Do Puggles shed more than Schipperkes?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Schipperke
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Schipperke?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schipperke?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Schipperkes?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schipperkes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Schipperke
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Schipperke?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Schipperkes?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Schipperke?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schipperke
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Schipperke. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Schipperke: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Schipperke? 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Schipperke 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 Schipperke. 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 Schipperke.
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 Schipperke.
Puggle versus Schipperke: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Schipperke is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Schipperke is a tiny-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 Schipperke 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.
Puggle versus Schipperke: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke
| Factor | Puggle | Schipperke |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 13 to 15 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 11 to 18 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $1170 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $900 – $1500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Schipperke. 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 Schipperke is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Schipperke. 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 Puggle and the Schipperke so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Schipperke
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Schipperke are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Schipperke
The Puggle and the Schipperke are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Schipperke are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Schipperke
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Schipperke.
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, Schipperkes weigh 11 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Schipperkes are 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Schipperke
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Schipperkes is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schipperkes is 14.0 years.
Schipperkes live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Schipperke
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 Schipperke puppy is $1170. The price of the Schipperke typically ranges from $900 – $1500. However, the price of the Schipperke can be as low as $500 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 60 Schipperke puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puggle is more expensive than the Schipperke.
| Puggle | Schipperke | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $1170 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $900 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Schipperke. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Schipperke 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 Schipperkes
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Schipperke 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 Puggle versus Adopting the Schipperke
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Schipperkes 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 Puggle named Cool Joe that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like Cool Joe on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, Schipperkes are also available for adoption. For example, Jake is a Male Schipperke that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Schipperkes like Jake that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Mac is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Urchin is an adorable Male Schipperke on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Puggles and Schipperkes that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Schipperke
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Schipperkes can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Puggles shed more than Schipperkes?
Puggles shed moderately.
Schipperkes shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Schipperke
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Schipperkes do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Schipperke?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Schipperkes are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schipperke?
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.
Schipperkes 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 Schipperkes?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Schipperkes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schipperkes Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Schipperkes can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Schipperke
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Schipperkes have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Schipperkes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Schipperke?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Schipperkes do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Schipperkes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Schipperkes?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Schipperkes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Schipperke?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Schipperkes are not easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Schipperke?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Schipperkes adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Schipperke?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Schipperkes are not the best dogs 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schipperke
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Schipperke compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Schipperke to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Dalmatian Puggle versus Pyrenean Mastiff Puggle versus Shiba Inu Puggle versus Norwegian Buhund Puggle versus Whippet Puggle versus Papillon Puggle versus Barbet Puggle versus Afador Puggle versus American Eskimo Dog Puggle versus Standard Poodle Puggle versus Norwegian Lundehund Puggle versus Schnoodle Puggle versus Vizsla Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Puggle versus Biewer Terrier Puggle versus English Springer Spaniel Puggle versus Samoyed Puggle versus Mudi Puggle versus Leonberger Puggle versus Boxerdoodle Puggle versus Irish Wolfhound Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier Puggle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puggle versus Pug Puggle versus Alaskan Malamute
Schipperke Versus Other Dog Breeds
Schipperke versus Stabyhoun Schipperke versus Italian Greyhound Schipperke versus Portuguese Water Dog Schipperke versus English Cocker Spaniel Schipperke versus Cavapoo Schipperke versus Great Dane Schipperke versus Black Russian Terrier Schipperke versus Boston Terrier Schipperke versus Miniature Poodle Schipperke versus Australian Kelpie Schipperke versus French Spaniel Schipperke versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Schipperke versus Shiranian Schipperke versus Beagle Schipperke versus Black Mouth Cur Schipperke versus Spinone Italiano Schipperke versus Barbet Schipperke versus Akbash Schipperke versus Mastiff Schipperke versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Schipperke versus Ibizan Hound Schipperke versus Canaan Dog Schipperke versus American Pit Bull Terrier Schipperke versus Norwegian Buhund Schipperke versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: Puggle versus Schipperke. 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 Schipperke better suits you and your family.