Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Weimaraner: Introduction
- Puggle versus Weimaraner: Overview
- Puggle versus Weimaraner: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Weimaraner
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Weimaraner
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Weimaraner
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Weimaraner
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Weimaraner
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Weimaraner
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Weimaraner
- Do Puggles shed more than Weimaraners?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Weimaraner
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Weimaraner?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Weimaraner?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Weimaraners?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Weimaraner
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Weimaraner?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Weimaraners?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Weimaraners?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Weimaraner?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Weimaraner
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Weimaraner. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Weimaraner: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Weimaraner? 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 Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner.
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 Weimaraner.
Puggle versus Weimaraner: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Weimaraner is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Weimaraner is a large-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 Weimaraner belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Puggle versus Weimaraner: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner
| Factor | Puggle | Weimaraner |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 11 to 13 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 55 to 85 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $1080 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $950 – $1250 |
| 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 Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner is 67 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Weimaraner
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Weimaraner are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Weimaraner
The Puggle and the Weimaraner are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Weimaraner are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Weimaraner
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Weimaraner.
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, Weimaraners weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Weimaraners are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Weimaraner
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Weimaraners is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Weimaraners is 12.0 years.
Puggles live longer than Weimaraners.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Weimaraner
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 Weimaraner puppy is $1080. The price of the Weimaraner typically ranges from $950 – $1250. However, the price of the Weimaraner can be as low as $300 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 114 Weimaraner puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puggle is more expensive than the Weimaraner.
| Puggle | Weimaraner | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $1080 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $950 to $1250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Weimaraner. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Weimaraner 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 Weimaraners
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Weimaraners 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, Weimaraners are also available for adoption. For example, Sid is a Male Weimaraner that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Weimaraners like Sid that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Bentley is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Ruben is an adorable Male Weimaraner on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Puggles and Weimaraners that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Weimaraner
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Weimaraners?
Puggles shed moderately.
Weimaraners shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Weimaraner
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Weimaraner?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Weimaraners are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Weimaraner?
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.
Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Weimaraners are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Weimaraners can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Weimaraner
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Weimaraners have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Weimaraners can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Weimaraner?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Weimaraners get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Weimaraners?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Weimaraners are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Weimaraners?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Weimaraners get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Weimaraner?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Weimaraners are very easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Weimaraner?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Weimaraner?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Weimaraners 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 Weimaraner
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Weimaraner compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Weimaraner to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Korean Jindo Dog Puggle versus Cavachon Puggle versus Pharaoh Hound Puggle versus German Longhaired Pointer Puggle versus English Toy Spaniel Puggle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Puggle versus Rottweiler Puggle versus Hovawart Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Puggle versus Sussex Spaniel Puggle versus Karelian Bear Dog Puggle versus Japanese Spitz Puggle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Puggle versus Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Keeshond Puggle versus Bulldog Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier Puggle versus Pointer Puggle versus Irish Terrier Puggle versus Miniature Pinscher Puggle versus Norwegian Buhund Puggle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Puggle versus Miniature Schnauzer Puggle versus Chihuahua Puggle versus Sussex Spaniel
Weimaraner Versus Other Dog Breeds
Weimaraner versus Norwegian Buhund Weimaraner versus Lhasa Apso Weimaraner versus Whippet Weimaraner versus Australian Kelpie Weimaraner versus Plott Weimaraner versus Harrier Weimaraner versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Weimaraner versus Flat-Coated Retriever Weimaraner versus French Bulldog Weimaraner versus German Wirehaired Pointer Weimaraner versus Great Pyrenees Weimaraner versus Giant Schnauzer Weimaraner versus Boykin Spaniel Weimaraner versus Tibetan Spaniel Weimaraner versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Weimaraner versus Pyredoodle Weimaraner versus Black and Tan Coonhound Weimaraner versus King Shepherd Weimaraner versus Boxer Weimaraner versus Boxer Weimaraner versus Toy Poodle Weimaraner versus Giant Schnauzer Weimaraner versus Standard Schnauzer Weimaraner versus Mountain Cur Weimaraner versus Chinese Shar-Pei
Conclusion: Puggle versus Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner better suits you and your family.