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Name	Old English Bulldog	Bulldog	Pug
Origins	England	England	China
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Group	Extinct	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	496	5	31
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Bulldog	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which is the smallest dog, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Bulldog? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 16-19 inches (40-48 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$1200-$2000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old English Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Courageous Confident Friendly Strong	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	High: Old English Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug social needs comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Old English Bulldog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old English Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Pug dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug playfulness comparison:	Old English Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	Low: The Old English Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Very house-friendly dog the Old English Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old English Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Bulldog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Old English Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug mouthiness comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	The Old English Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old English Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug lifespan comparison. How long do Old English Bulldog, Bulldog and Pug breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old English Bulldog: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug energy level comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old English Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Old English Bulldog, Bulldog and Pug color?	Black Red White Fawn Brindle Grey	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Black Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Old English Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Old English Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	Medium ⏺ The Old English Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Old English Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old English Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which dog is more friendly?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	No Old English Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old English Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old English Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Old English Bulldog or Bulldog or Pug? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug?	Not really Old English Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Old English Bulldog and Bulldog and Pug have?	4-10 puppies	4-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Old English Bulldog vs Bulldog vs Pug Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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