Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Puggle Versus Whippet: Introduction
- Puggle versus Whippet: Overview
- Puggle versus Whippet: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Whippet
- The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Whippet
- Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Whippet
- Lifespan of Puggle versus Whippet
- Price of Puggle versus Price of Whippet
- Adopting the Puggle versus Adopting the Whippet
- Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Whippet
- Do Puggles shed more than Whippets?
- Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Whippet
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Whippet?
- Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?
- Do Puggles Bark and Howl? What about Whippets?
- Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Whippet
- Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Whippet?
- Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Whippets?
- How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Whippets?
- Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Whippet?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whippet
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Puggle versus Whippet. Which One is a Better Pet?
Puggle Versus Whippet: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Puggle and the Whippet? 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 Whippet 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 Whippet.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Puggle and the Whippet 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 Whippet. 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 Whippet.
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 Whippet.
Puggle versus Whippet: Overview
A very important difference between the Puggle and the Whippet is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Puggle is a small-sized dog while the Whippet is a medium-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 Whippet belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Puggle versus Whippet: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Puggle to the Whippet 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 Whippet
| Factor | Puggle | Whippet |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 18 to 30 pounds | 18 to 48 pounds |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1330 | $2120 |
| Price Range | $995 – $1400 | $1600 – $2600 |
| 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 Whippet. 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 Whippet is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whippet is a better pet than the Puggle. So, you should get the Whippet!
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 Whippet so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Puggle and the Whippet
Below is a list of where the Puggle and the Whippet are most different:
The Similarities Between the Puggle and the Whippet
The Puggle and the Whippet are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Puggle and the Whippet are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Puggle versus Whippet
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Puggle and the Whippet.
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, Whippets weigh 18 to 48 pounds when fully grown. Whippets are 18 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Puggle versus Whippet
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Whippets is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whippets is 13.5 years.
Whippets live longer than Puggles.
Price of Puggle versus Price of Whippet
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 Whippet puppy is $2120. The price of the Whippet typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of the Whippet can be as low as $400 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 121 Whippet puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Whippet is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Puggle | Whippet | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1330 | $2120 |
| Price Range | $995 to $1400 | $1600 to $2600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Puggle and Whippet. For different price points, the charts show how many Puggle puppies or how many Whippet 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 Whippets
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Puggle puppy or the Whippet 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 Whippet
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Puggles and many Whippets 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 Bentley that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Puggles like Bentley on pefinder.com.
Also, like Puggles, Whippets are also available for adoption. For example, Malcom is a Male Whippet that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Whippets like Malcom that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Koki is the name of another Puggle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Puggles and Whippets that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Puggle versus Whippet
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Whippets do not like to be left alone.
Do Puggles shed more than Whippets?
Puggles shed moderately.
Whippets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Puggle or the Whippet
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Whippets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Puggle or the Whippet?
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Whippets are very easy to groom.
Does the Puggle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whippet?
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.
Whippets 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 Whippets?
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Whippets are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whippets Tolerate Cold Weather?
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Whippets cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Puggle vs. Whippet
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Whippets have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whippets Tolerate Hot Weather?
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Whippets can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Puggle or the Whippet?
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Whippets get along very well with other dogs.
Are Puggles good family dogs? What about Whippets?
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Whippets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Puggles and Whippets?
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Whippets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Puggle Easier to Train than the Whippet?
Puggles are not easy to train.
Whippets are very easy to train.
Is the Puggle Better for Apartment Owners than the Whippet?
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Whippets adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Puggle or the Whippet?
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
Whippets 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 Whippet
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Whippet 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 Whippet:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Puggle and how the Whippet compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Puggle and of the Whippet to other breeds:
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Bolognese Puggle versus Catahoula Bulldog Puggle versus Cavachon Puggle versus Yorkshire Terrier Puggle versus Lancashire Heeler Puggle versus Miniature Pinscher Puggle versus Cavapoo Puggle versus Karelian Bear Dog Puggle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Puggle versus Jack Russell Terrier Puggle versus Belgian Tervuren Puggle versus Chi-Poo Puggle versus Great Pyrenees Puggle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Puggle versus Flat-Coated Retriever Puggle versus Tibetan Spaniel Puggle versus Pyrenean Mastiff Puggle versus Neapolitan Mastiff Puggle versus Flat-Coated Retriever Puggle versus Pointer Puggle versus Mal Shi Puggle versus Chinook Puggle versus Irish Water Spaniel Puggle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Puggle versus Saluki
Whippet Versus Other Dog Breeds
Whippet versus Black Mouth Cur Whippet versus Chihuahua Whippet versus Vizsla Whippet versus French Bulldog Whippet versus Great Pyrenees Whippet versus Sheepadoodle Whippet versus Shihpoo Whippet versus Black and Tan Coonhound Whippet versus Dutch Shepherd Whippet versus Beaglier Whippet versus French Spaniel Whippet versus Samoyed Whippet versus Bolognese Whippet versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Whippet versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Whippet versus Maremma Sheepdog Whippet versus Westiepoo Whippet versus Belgian Sheepdog Whippet versus Australian Kelpie Whippet versus Redbone Coonhound Whippet versus Pug Whippet versus Peek A Poo Whippet versus American Pit Bull Terrier Whippet versus West Highland White Terrier
Conclusion: Puggle versus Whippet. 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 Whippet better suits you and your family.