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Name	Pug	Dachshund	Wire Fox Terrier
Origins	China	Germany	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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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	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Dachshund or Dachshund? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$500-$700	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? 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.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen
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.	Wire Fox Terrier 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: Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier?	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. 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 Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	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.	Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier?	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 Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis
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 Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Dachshund and Wire Fox Terrier 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	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	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.	1 to 2 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 Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original Pug, Dachshund and Wire Fox Terrier color?	Black Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Pug or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier?	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier?	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 Wire Fox Terrier 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.	No Wire Fox Terrier 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.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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 Wire Fox Terrier?	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund and Wire Fox Terrier have?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pug vs Dachshund vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 1885 as a Terrier 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 Dachshunds group, in the section.	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	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 United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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