Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
- Puggle versus Westiepoo: Overview
- Puggle versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Westiepoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Westiepoo
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Westiepoo
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Westiepoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Westiepoo
- Do Puggles shed more than Westiepoos?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Westiepoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Westiepoo?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Westiepoos?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Westiepoo
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Westiepoo?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Westiepoos?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Westiepoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Westiepoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Westiepoo? 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 Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo.
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 Westiepoo.
Puggle versus Westiepoo: Overview
Both the Puggle and the Westiepoo are similar in size. The Puggle and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Puggle versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo
| Factor | Puggle | Westiepoo |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder | 11 to 17 inches |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 20 to 35 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1150 – $1850 |
| 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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Westiepoo
The Puggle and the Westiepoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Westiepoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Westiepoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Westiepoo.
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, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Westiepoo
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Westiepoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Westiepoos is 13.5 years.
Westiepoos live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Westiepoo
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 Westiepoo puppy is $1480. The price of the Westiepoo typically ranges from $1150 – $1850. However, the price of the Westiepoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $1999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Westiepoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Westiepoo is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Westiepoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1150 to $1850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Westiepoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Westiepoo 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 Westiepoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Westiepoos?
Puggles shed moderately.
Westiepoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Westiepoo
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Westiepoo?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Westiepoos are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Westiepoo?
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.
Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Westiepoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Westiepoo
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Westiepoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Westiepoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Westiepoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Westiepoo?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Westiepoos?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Westiepoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Westiepoos?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Westiepoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Westiepoo?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Westiepoos are very easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Westiepoo?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Westiepoo?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Westiepoos 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 Westiepoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Westiepoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Westiepoo to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Lhasa Apso Puggle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Puggle versus Pomsky Puggle versus Hovawart Puggle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Puggle versus Bluetick Coonhound Puggle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Puggle versus Manchester Terrier Puggle versus Karelian Bear Dog Puggle versus Beaglier Puggle versus Field Spaniel Puggle versus Miniature Schnauzer Puggle versus Valley Bulldog Puggle versus Bulldog Puggle versus Chi-Poo Puggle versus Chinook Puggle versus Great Pyrenees Puggle versus Australian Shepherd Puggle versus Pomeranian Puggle versus Boxer Puggle versus Cesky Terrier Puggle versus Alaskan Malamute Puggle versus American Eskimo Dog Puggle versus Maltipoo Puggle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Westiepoo versus Bearded Collie Westiepoo versus Chow Chow Westiepoo versus Azawakh Westiepoo versus Goldendoodle Westiepoo versus Toy Poodle Westiepoo versus Great Dane Westiepoo versus Lancashire Heeler Westiepoo versus Swedish Vallhund Westiepoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff Westiepoo versus Beagle Westiepoo versus Dogo Argentino Westiepoo versus Barbet Westiepoo versus Tibetan Mastiff Westiepoo versus Chorkie Westiepoo versus Border Terrier Westiepoo versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Westiepoo versus Alaskan Malamute Westiepoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo Westiepoo versus Shetland Sheepdog Westiepoo versus Pyredoodle Westiepoo versus Boxer Westiepoo versus Toy Poodle Westiepoo versus Collie Westiepoo versus Basset Hound Westiepoo versus Standard Schnauzer
Conclusion: Puggle versus Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo better suits you and your family.