Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
- Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
- Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Tibetan Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
- Do Puggles shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Tibetan Mastiff
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Tibetan Mastiffs?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff? 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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff.
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 Tibetan Mastiff.
Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Tibetan Mastiff is a giant-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 Tibetan Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff
| Factor | Puggle | Tibetan Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 75 to 160 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $3190 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1500 – $3000 |
| 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff
The Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Tibetan Mastiff.
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, Tibetan Mastiffs weigh 75 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Mastiffs are 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiffs is 12.0 years.
Puggles live longer than Tibetan Mastiffs.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff
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 Tibetan Mastiff puppy is $3190. The price of the Tibetan Mastiff typically ranges from $1500 – $3000. However, the price of the Tibetan Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 18 Tibetan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Tibetan Mastiff is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Tibetan Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $3190 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1500 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Tibetan Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Tibetan Mastiffs 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 5820 Oliver that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like 5820 Oliver on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, Tibetan Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Magnus is a Male Tibetan Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Mastiffs like Magnus that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Cool Joe is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Darwin & Raven is an adorable Male Tibetan Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Puggles and Tibetan Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?
Puggles shed moderately.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?
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.
Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Tibetan Mastiff
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Tibetan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Tibetan Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Tibetan Mastiffs?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Tibetan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Tibetan Mastiff?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Tibetan Mastiffs 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 Tibetan Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Tibetan Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Tibetan Mastiff to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Yorkshire Terrier Puggle versus Bernedoodle Puggle versus Lakeland Terrier Puggle versus Black Mouth Cur Puggle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Puggle versus Lhasa Apso Puggle versus Norwegian Lundehund Puggle versus Borzoi Puggle versus Cockapoo Puggle versus Pomsky Puggle versus Labrador Retriever Puggle versus Pomeranian Puggle versus American Foxhound Puggle versus Akita Puggle versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Puggle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Puggle versus Border Collie Puggle versus Biewer Terrier Puggle versus Labradoodle Puggle versus Cesky Terrier Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Puggle versus Irish Terrier Puggle versus Black Russian Terrier Puggle versus German Shepherd Dog Puggle versus Lakeland Terrier
Tibetan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Tibetan Mastiff versus Affenhuahua Tibetan Mastiff versus Bullmastiff Tibetan Mastiff versus Bordoodle Tibetan Mastiff versus Bulldog Tibetan Mastiff versus Bloodhound Tibetan Mastiff versus Alaskan Klee Kai Tibetan Mastiff versus Saint Bernard Tibetan Mastiff versus Lancashire Heeler Tibetan Mastiff versus Sloughi Tibetan Mastiff versus Kuvasz Tibetan Mastiff versus Portuguese Water Dog Tibetan Mastiff versus Morkie Tibetan Mastiff versus Whippet Tibetan Mastiff versus Australian Shepherd Tibetan Mastiff versus Coton de Tulear Tibetan Mastiff versus Bull Terrier Tibetan Mastiff versus Saluki Tibetan Mastiff versus Great Pyrenees Tibetan Mastiff versus Yorkshire Terrier Tibetan Mastiff versus Beaglier Tibetan Mastiff versus Whippet Tibetan Mastiff versus Lhasapoo Tibetan Mastiff versus Lagotto Romagnolo Tibetan Mastiff versus Boxerdoodle Tibetan Mastiff versus Kai Ken
Conclusion: Puggle versus Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff better suits you and your family.