Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug – Which one is a better dog breed for you?
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| Name | Bulldog | French Bulldog | Pug |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  England | England  France |  China |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 5 | 4 | 31 |
| Reviews | 0 | 1 | 5 |
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| Other Names | English Bulldog, British Bulldog | Frenchie, Bouledogue Français | Mops, Carlin, Chinese Pug, Dutch Bulldog, Dutch Mastiff, Mini Mastiff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
| AKC Group | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. |
| FCI Group | 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. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. |
| Breed Recognition | 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 | 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 |
| Price | $1200-$2000 | $2000-$4000 | $300-$500 |
General Appearance - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Size | Medium | Small | Small |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) | 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) | Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) |
| Avg. Weight | Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) | There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification. | Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) |
| Height | 12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown | 13–16 inches (33–40 cm) | Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) |
| Avg. Height | 14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) | Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) |
Hair & Care - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Coat | Fine | Fine Smooth Short Close in texture | Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | Brindle White Fawn Gray Red | Brindle Cream Fawn White | Fawn Black |
| Grooming | Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. |
| Shedding Level | Bulldogs shed moderately. | French Bulldogs are low shedders. | Pugs shed above average. |
Characteristics - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Temperament | Aggressive Friendly Social Courageous Loving Sweet | Affectionate Alert Bright Keen Patient Playful Athletic Easygoing Lively | Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Going Loyal Cheerful Gentle Friendly Playful |
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| Intelligent Rank | Low: The Bulldog if one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
| Trainability | Bulldogs aren't famous for their trainability. | French Bulldogs are quite easy to train. | Pugs aren't famous for their trainability. |
| Playfulness | Bulldogs don't really like playing. | French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. | Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
| Sensitivity Level | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | French Bulldogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Pugs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level | Bulldogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | French Bulldogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Pugs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs | Bulldogs are a social breed. | French Bulldogs need a lot of social interaction. | Pugs need a lot of social interaction. |
| Barking | Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. | Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. | Average: The Pug barks occasionally. |
| Watchdog Ability | Bulldogs are average watchdogs. | French Bulldogs are average watchdogs. | Pugs are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial | Bulldogs are not the best to protect their territory. | French Bulldogs are average defenders. | Pugs strongly protect their territory. |
| Biting Potential |
Moderate The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody. |
Low The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Low The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness | Bulldogs have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | French Bulldogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Pugs have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam | Bulldogs are not the biggest explorers. | French Bulldogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pugs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| Prey Drive | Bulldogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | French Bulldogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Pugs 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. |
| Apartment Friendly | Bulldogs are very apartment-friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are very apartment-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very apartment-friendly dogs. |
| Adaptability | Bulldogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | French Bulldogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pugs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone | Bulldogs 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. | French Bulldogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Pugs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
| Fighting Dog |
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. |
Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Good With - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Stranger Friendly | Bulldogs are very stranger friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are stranger friendly dogs. | Pugs are very stranger friendly dogs. |
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| Child Friendly | Bulldogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Pugs are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly | Bulldogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly | Bulldogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | French Bulldogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Pugs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Office Friendly |
No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly | Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people. | Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
| Pet Friendly | Bulldogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | French Bulldogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Pugs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
| Good For First Time Owners |
No Bulldogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes French Bulldogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Pugs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Service Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
| Therapy Dog |
Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones. |
| Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people. |
| Boat Dog |
Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog |
Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Health Factors - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Health Issues | Very healthy dog breed. | The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
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| Health Problems | Brachycephalic Syndrome Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Dry Eye Entropion Head Shakes Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Reverse Sneezing | Allergies Brachycephalic Syndrome Cleft Palate Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Intervertebral Disk Disease Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease | Allergies Cheyletiella Dermatitis Corneal Ulcers Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Dry Eye Entropion Epilepsy Hemi-vertebrae Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Nerve Degeneration Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Vaccination Sensitivity Yeast Infection |
| Life Expectancy | 8-10 years | 10-12 years | 12-15 years |
| Hypoallergenic | No | No | No |
| Energy Level | Bulldogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | French Bulldogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Pugs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
| Exercise Need | Bulldogs exercise need is very minimal. | French Bulldogs exercise need is minimal. | Pugs exercise need is minimal. |
| Sleeping Need | Bulldogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | French Bulldogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. | Pugs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed. |
| Avg. daily food consumption | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
| Weight Gain Potential | High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to overweight. | Average to High. | High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to overweight. |
| Weather & Climate | Prefers warm weather | Prefers average to warm weather conditions | Prefers average to warm weather conditions |
| Stinkiness |
High The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell. |
Medium The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell. |
High The Pug has a high chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling tendency | 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. | The French Bulldog is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. | The Pug is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency. |
Reproducibility - Bulldog vs French Bulldog vs Pug
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days | 60-64 days | 60-64 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| How often can the have a litter? |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size | 4-5 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
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