Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Shih Tzu: Introduction
- Puggle versus Shih Tzu: Overview
- Puggle versus Shih Tzu: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shih Tzu
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Shih Tzu
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Shih Tzu
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Shih Tzu
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Shih Tzu
- Do Puggles shed more than Shih Tzus?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shih Tzu?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Shih Tzus?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shih Tzus Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shih Tzu
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shih Tzus?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shih Tzus?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shih Tzu?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shih Tzu
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Shih Tzu. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Shih Tzu: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Shih Tzu? 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 Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu. 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 Shih Tzu.
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 Shih Tzu.
Puggle versus Shih Tzu: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu
| Factor | Puggle | Shih Tzu |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 16 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 9 to 16 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $1820 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1200 – $2300 |
| 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 Shih Tzu. 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 Shih Tzu is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shih Tzu is a better pet than the Puggle. So, you should get the Shih Tzu!
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 Shih Tzu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Shih Tzu are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu
The Puggle and the Shih Tzu are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Shih Tzu are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shih Tzu
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Shih Tzu.
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, Shih Tzus weigh 9 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shih Tzus are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Shih Tzu
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Shih Tzus is between 10 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shih Tzus is 13.0 years.
Shih Tzus live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Shih Tzu
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 Shih Tzu puppy is $1820. The price of the Shih Tzu typically ranges from $1200 – $2300. However, the price of the Shih Tzu can be as low as $200 and as high as $5850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 806 Shih Tzu puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Shih Tzu is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Shih Tzu | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $1820 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1200 to $2300 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Shih Tzu. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzus
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Shih Tzus 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 Hamlet that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like Hamlet on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, Shih Tzus are also available for adoption. For example, Angel Batista is a Male Shih Tzu that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shih Tzus like Angel Batista that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Choco Taco & Roxy is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Elf is an adorable Male Shih Tzu on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Puggles and Shih Tzus that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Shih Tzu
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Shih Tzus can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Puggles shed more than Shih Tzus?
Puggles shed moderately.
Shih Tzus shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shih Tzus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Shih Tzus require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shih Tzu?
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.
Shih Tzus 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.
Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Shih Tzus?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shih Tzus are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shih Tzus Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Shih Tzus can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shih Tzu
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Shih Tzus do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shih Tzus Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shih Tzus cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Shih Tzus get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shih Tzus?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Shih Tzus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shih Tzus?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shih Tzus get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shih Tzu?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Shih Tzus are fairly easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Shih Tzu?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Shih Tzus adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Shih Tzu?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Shih Tzus 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 Shih Tzu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Shih Tzu compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Shih Tzu to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Airedale Terrier Puggle versus Manchester Terrier Puggle versus American Hairless Terrier Puggle versus Peek A Poo Puggle versus Collie Puggle versus Miniature Pinscher Puggle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Puggle versus Kooikerhondje Puggle versus Dachshund Puggle versus Westiepoo Puggle versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Puggle versus Pomeranian Puggle versus Alaskan Malamute Puggle versus King Shepherd Puggle versus Kooikerhondje Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Puggle versus Scottish Terrier Puggle versus Basset Hound Puggle versus Patterdale Terrier Puggle versus Dogue de Bordeaux Puggle versus Miniature Schnauzer Puggle versus Pekingese Puggle versus Peek A Poo Puggle versus Bichon Frise Puggle versus Irish Water Spaniel
Shih Tzu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shih Tzu versus Beaglier Shih Tzu versus Vizsla Shih Tzu versus Mastiff Shih Tzu versus Belgian Malinois Shih Tzu versus Brussels Griffon Shih Tzu versus Hovawart Shih Tzu versus Ibizan Hound Shih Tzu versus Doberman Pinscher Shih Tzu versus Pomsky Shih Tzu versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Shih Tzu versus Norwich Terrier Shih Tzu versus Mal Shi Shih Tzu versus French Bulldog Shih Tzu versus Toy Poodle Shih Tzu versus Belgian Malinois Shih Tzu versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Shih Tzu versus Spinone Italiano Shih Tzu versus American Eskimo Dog Shih Tzu versus Sealyham Terrier Shih Tzu versus Black and Tan Coonhound Shih Tzu versus Lagotto Romagnolo Shih Tzu versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Shih Tzu versus Mudi Shih Tzu versus Shiloh Shepherd Shih Tzu versus Bullmastiff
Conclusion: Puggle versus Shih Tzu. 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 Shih Tzu better suits you and your family.