Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Welsh Terrier: Introduction
- Puggle versus Welsh Terrier: Overview
- Puggle versus Welsh Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Welsh Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
- Do Puggles shed more than Welsh Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Terrier?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Terriers?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Welsh Terrier
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Welsh Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Welsh Terriers?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Welsh Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Welsh Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Welsh Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Welsh 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 Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Welsh 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 Welsh 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 Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier.
Puggle versus Welsh Terrier: Overview
Both the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier are similar in size. The Puggle and the Welsh 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 Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier
| Factor | Puggle | Welsh Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | Up to 20 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $2510 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1350 – $3834 |
| 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 Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier
The Puggle and the Welsh Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Welsh Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Welsh 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, Welsh Terriers weigh Up to 20 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Terriers are 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Welsh Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Terriers is 12.0 years.
Puggles live longer than Welsh Terriers.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier puppy is $2510. The price of the Welsh Terrier typically ranges from $1350 – $3834. However, the price of the Welsh Terrier can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3834. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 Welsh Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Welsh Terrier is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Welsh Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $2510 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1350 to $3834 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Welsh Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Welsh 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 Welsh Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Welsh 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Welsh Terrier
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Welsh Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Welsh Terriers?
Puggles shed moderately.
Welsh Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Welsh Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Welsh Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh 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.
Welsh Terriers 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 Welsh Terriers?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Welsh Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Welsh Terrier
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Welsh Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Welsh Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Welsh Terriers?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Welsh Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Welsh Terriers?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Welsh Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Welsh Terrier?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Welsh Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Terrier?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Welsh Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Welsh Terrier?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Welsh Terriers are OK 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 Welsh Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Welsh Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Welsh Terrier to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Beagle Puggle versus American Staffordshire Terrier Puggle versus Mal Shi Puggle versus Komondor Puggle versus English Toy Spaniel Puggle versus Norwich Terrier Puggle versus Airedale Terrier Puggle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Puggle versus Irish Wolfhound Puggle versus Black Russian Terrier Puggle versus Shihpoo Puggle versus Standard Schnauzer Puggle versus Shih Tzu Puggle versus Cesky Terrier Puggle versus Spinone Italiano Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier Puggle versus Chi-Poo Puggle versus Italian Greyhound Puggle versus Pharaoh Hound Puggle versus Bulldog Puggle versus American Water Spaniel Puggle versus Dutch Shepherd Puggle versus Leonberger Puggle versus English Cocker Spaniel Puggle versus Puli
Welsh Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Welsh Terrier versus Afghan Hound Welsh Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Welsh Terrier versus Collie Welsh Terrier versus Cesky Terrier Welsh Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier Welsh Terrier versus Affenhuahua Welsh Terrier versus Japanese Chin Welsh Terrier versus Bearded Collie Welsh Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler Welsh Terrier versus Beagle Welsh Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Welsh Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher Welsh Terrier versus Chinook Welsh Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Welsh Terrier versus Bull Terrier Welsh Terrier versus Labrador Retriever Welsh Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Welsh Terrier versus Boxerdoodle Welsh Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Welsh Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Welsh Terrier versus Whoodle Welsh Terrier versus Shih Tzu Welsh Terrier versus Bernedoodle Welsh Terrier versus Pekingese Welsh Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog
Conclusion: Puggle versus Welsh 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 Welsh Terrier better suits you and your family.