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Name	Pug	Alaskan Husky	Bichon Frise
Origins	China	United States	Spain Belgium
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Husky	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1000-$1500	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise 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 Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise 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 Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise mouthiness comparison:	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	Very healthy dog breed.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise health problems comparison:	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	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Alaskan Husky and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Pug, Alaskan Husky and Bichon Frise color?	Black Fawn	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Cream White Buff Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Pug or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly?	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise 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 Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise?	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise 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: Pug or Alaskan Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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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: Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise?	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise 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.	Not really 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	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.

Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise 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 Pug and Alaskan Husky and Bichon Frise have?	2-4 puppies	4-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pug vs Alaskan Husky vs Bichon Frise Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America

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