Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
- Puggle versus Shiba Inu: Overview
- Puggle versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shiba Inu
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shiba Inu
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shiba Inu
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Shiba Inu
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Shiba Inu
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Shiba Inu
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Shiba Inu
- Do Puggles shed more than Shiba Inus?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shiba Inu
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shiba Inus?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Shiba Inu. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Shiba Inu? 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu.
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 Shiba Inu.
Puggle versus Shiba Inu: Overview
Both the Puggle and the Shiba Inu are similar in size. The Puggle and the Shiba Inu are both small-sized dogs.
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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu
| Factor | Puggle | Shiba Inu |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 17 to 23 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1600 – $2500 |
| 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shiba Inu
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Shiba Inu are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shiba Inu
The Puggle and the Shiba Inu are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Shiba Inu are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shiba Inu
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Shiba Inu.
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, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Shiba Inu
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.
Shiba Inus live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Shiba Inu
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 Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of the Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Shiba Inu is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Shiba Inu | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1600 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Shiba Inu. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inus
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Shiba Inus 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 Mac that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like Mac on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, Shiba Inus are also available for adoption. For example, Noko is a Male Shiba Inu that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shiba Inus like Noko that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Duke is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Tyner is an adorable Male Shiba Inu on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Puggles and Shiba Inus that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Shiba Inu
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Puggles shed more than Shiba Inus?
Puggles shed moderately.
Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
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.
Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shiba Inus are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shiba Inu
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Shiba Inus have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shiba Inus?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Shiba Inus are not easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Shiba Inu?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Shiba Inus 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Shiba Inu compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Shiba Inu to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Kishu Ken Puggle versus Pomeranian Puggle versus Pug Puggle versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Puggle versus Basset Hound Puggle versus Bich Poo Puggle versus Westiepoo Puggle versus Papipoo Puggle versus Manchester Terrier Puggle versus Bloodhound Puggle versus Dachshund Puggle versus Irish Wolfhound Puggle versus Pyrenean Shepherd Puggle versus Siberian Husky Puggle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Puggle versus Cavachon Puggle versus American Foxhound Puggle versus Bedlington Terrier Puggle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Puggle versus Whippet Puggle versus Skye Terrier Puggle versus Kooikerhondje Puggle versus Lancashire Heeler Puggle versus Komondor Puggle versus Pyrenean Shepherd
Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiba Inu versus Siberian Husky Shiba Inu versus Clumber Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Bulldog Shiba Inu versus Collie Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier Shiba Inu versus Irish Setter Shiba Inu versus Sussex Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Labrador Retriever Shiba Inu versus Afghan Hound Shiba Inu versus American Water Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Norwegian Lundehund Shiba Inu versus Chi-Poo Shiba Inu versus Lancashire Heeler Shiba Inu versus Kuvasz Shiba Inu versus Great Dane Shiba Inu versus Black and Tan Coonhound Shiba Inu versus Chinese Crested Shiba Inu versus Boykin Spaniel Shiba Inu versus English Springer Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Irish Terrier Shiba Inu versus Australian Shepherd Shiba Inu versus Kooikerhondje Shiba Inu versus Pomapoo Shiba Inu versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Shiba Inu versus Collie
Conclusion: Puggle versus Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.