Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Shiranian: Introduction
- Puggle versus Shiranian: Overview
- Puggle versus Shiranian: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shiranian
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shiranian
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shiranian
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Shiranian
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Shiranian
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Shiranian
- Do Puggles shed more than Shiranians?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shiranian
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shiranian?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiranian?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Shiranians?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shiranian
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shiranian?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shiranians?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shiranians?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shiranian?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiranian
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Shiranian. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Shiranian: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Shiranian? 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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Shiranian 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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian.
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 Shiranian.
Puggle versus Shiranian: Overview
Both the Puggle and the Shiranian are similar in size. The Puggle and the Shiranian 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 Shiranian belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Puggle versus Shiranian: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian
| Factor | Puggle | Shiranian |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 7 to 12 inches |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 4 to 16 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $1230 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $925 – $1200 |
| 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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Shiranian. 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 Shiranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Shiranian
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Shiranian are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Shiranian
The Puggle and the Shiranian are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Shiranian are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Shiranian
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Shiranian.
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, Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Shiranian
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Shiranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiranians is 14.0 years.
Shiranians live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Shiranian
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 Shiranian puppy is $1230. The price of the Shiranian typically ranges from $925 – $1200. However, the price of the Shiranian can be as low as $400 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 35 Shiranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puggle is more expensive than the Shiranian.
| Puggle | Shiranian | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $1230 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $925 to $1200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Shiranian. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Shiranian 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 Shiranians
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Shiranian 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 Shiranian
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Shiranians do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Shiranians?
Puggles shed moderately.
Shiranians do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Shiranian
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shiranians do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Shiranian?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Shiranians require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiranian?
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.
Shiranians 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 Shiranians?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shiranians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Shiranians cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Shiranian
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Shiranians 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 Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shiranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Shiranian?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Shiranians?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Shiranians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Shiranians?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shiranians get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Shiranian?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Shiranians are not easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiranian?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Shiranian?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Shiranians 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 Shiranian
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Shiranian compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Shiranian to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Basset Hound Puggle versus Basset Hound Puggle versus Miniature Pinscher Puggle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Puggle versus Bordoodle Puggle versus Great Dane Puggle versus Cavachon Puggle versus Sheepadoodle Puggle versus Valley Bulldog Puggle versus French Bulldog Puggle versus Australian Terrier Puggle versus Maltese Puggle versus English Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Chinook Puggle versus Lakeland Terrier Puggle versus Papillon Puggle versus Brussels Griffon Puggle versus Border Collie Puggle versus Cesky Terrier Puggle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Puggle versus Pomsky Puggle versus Cane Corso Puggle versus Neapolitan Mastiff Puggle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback
Shiranian Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiranian versus Mudi Shiranian versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Shiranian versus French Spaniel Shiranian versus Azawakh Shiranian versus Australian Shepherd Shiranian versus Mudi Shiranian versus Schnoodle Shiranian versus Pointer Shiranian versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Shiranian versus Pointer Shiranian versus Korean Jindo Dog Shiranian versus Aussiedoodle Shiranian versus Border Collie Shiranian versus Norwegian Lundehund Shiranian versus English Toy Spaniel Shiranian versus Shih Tzu Shiranian versus Estrela Mountain Dog Shiranian versus Shih Tzu Shiranian versus Saluki Shiranian versus Newfoundland Shiranian versus Chinese Shar-Pei Shiranian versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Shiranian versus Irish Terrier Shiranian versus Tibetan Spaniel Shiranian versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: Puggle versus Shiranian. 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 Shiranian better suits you and your family.