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Compare Pug and Dachshund. Which is better: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog?
Name | Pug | Dachshund | French Bulldog |
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Origins | China | Germany | England France |
Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 31 | 13 | 4 |
Reviews | 13 | 7 | 4 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Bouledogue Français Frenchie |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Pug or Dachshund or Dachshund? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog weight comparison: | Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 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. |
Height
Which is taller, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog height comparison: | Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | 13–16 inches (33–40 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Which is more expensive? | $300-$500 | $500-$700 | $2000-$4000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Trainability
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog trainability comparison. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs are average watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Playful Alert Affectionate Patient Lively Keen Easygoing Athletic Bright |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog social needs comparison: | Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
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. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog playfulness comparison: | Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | Average: The Pug barks occasionally. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Dachshund 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. | French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 French Bulldog bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog mouthiness comparison: | Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | Very healthy dog breed. | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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 |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Intervertebral Disk Disease Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae |
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). |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Dachshund and French Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog?
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Pug dogs exercise need is minimal. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1 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. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog coat comparison: | Fine | Fine |
Fine Smooth Short Close in texture |
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Colors
What are the original Pug, Dachshund and French Bulldog color? |
Black Fawn |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown | Cream White Fawn Brindle |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Pug or Dachshund or {name3 shedding: | Pug dogs shed above average. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog 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. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly? | Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? | Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog? |
No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes French Bulldog 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pug or Dachshund or French Bulldog? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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 Dachshund vs French Bulldog? | Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | 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. |
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 Dachshund vs French Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | 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
How many puppies can Pug and Dachshund and French Bulldog have? | 2-4 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
Pug vs Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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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 Dachshunds group, in the 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? |
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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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 |
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