Is the Puggle Better than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier as a Pet? Answer…

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Puggle Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview

Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are similar in size. The Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Puggle to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Factor Puggle Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 18 to 30 pounds 24 to 38 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 2/5
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 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
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 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1330 $1890
Price Range $995 – $1400 $1000 – $2425
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – min age 1 year
  • Hereditary Cataracts DNA Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • L2HGA DNA Test
  • Patellar Luxation
  • 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most different:

  • Puggles are good for new dog owners. However, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Puggles get along well with other dogs. However, Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are not easy to train.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    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, Staffordshire Bull Terriers weigh 24 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Staffordshire Bull Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is 13.0 years.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers live longer than Puggles.

    Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Price of Puggle versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $2425. However, the price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 56 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more expensive than the Puggle.

    Puggle Staffordshire Bull Terrier
    Average Price $1330 $1890
    Price Range $995 to $1400 $1000 to $2425

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Mister is a Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Staffordshire Bull Terriers like Mister that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Puggle and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Hamlet is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, A034748 is an adorable Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Puggles and Staffordshire Bull Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Puggles and Staffordshire Bull Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Puggles shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    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.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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

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

    Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?

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

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

    Puggles are very good for new dog owners.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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:

  • Beaglier (75 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier:

  • Boxer (71 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Boxer.
  • Schipperke (72 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Schipperke.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Puggle versus Berger Picard     Puggle versus Toy Fox Terrier     Puggle versus Basset Hound     Puggle versus Beagle     Puggle versus Hovawart     Puggle versus Maltipoo     Puggle versus Fila Brasileiro     Puggle versus Shetland Sheepdog     Puggle versus Cockapoo     Puggle versus Cavapoo     Puggle versus Maltipoo     Puggle versus Catahoula Bulldog     Puggle versus Bich Poo     Puggle versus Pekingese     Puggle versus Goldendoodle     Puggle versus Spanish Mastiff     Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier     Puggle versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Puggle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Puggle versus Pomsky     Puggle versus Komondor     Puggle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Puggle versus Stabyhoun     Puggle versus Pekingese     Puggle versus Bracco Italiano     

    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Basset Hound     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Afghan Hound     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Stabyhoun     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Bich Poo     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Airedale Terrier     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Cockalier     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Dalmatian     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Schipperke     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Cavapoo     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Sheepadoodle     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Cane Corso     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Shetland Sheepdog     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     

    Conclusion: Puggle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier. 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you and your family.