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Name	Pug	Bulldog	Berger Picard
Origins	China	England	France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Bulldog or Bulldog? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	51–71 lb (23–32 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: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	61 lb (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1200-$2000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Berger Picard is easier than average to get.

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	High: Pug 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.	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Berger Picard 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?	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.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Berger Picard 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

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard 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 Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections
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).	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Bulldog and Berger Picard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	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 cold weather conditions The Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Berger Picard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Berger Picard dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 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 Bulldog vs Berger Picard weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Wiry Waterproof Double
Colors What are the original Pug, Bulldog and Berger Picard color?	Black Fawn	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Gray Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Pug or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	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 Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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, Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average 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 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 Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Berger Picard dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard? Which dog is more friendly?	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are not the most 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 Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Bulldog or Berger Picard?	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	No Pug 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.	Yes Berger Picard 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 Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Berger Picard 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.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Berger Picards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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 Bulldog or Berger Picard? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard?	Not really Pug 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 Berger Picard 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	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 Bulldog vs Berger Picard 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 Bulldog and Berger Picard have?	2-4 puppies	4-5 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Pug vs Bulldog vs Berger Picard Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding 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.	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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
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	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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