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Name	Puggle	Indian Spitz (Smaller)	Beagle
Origins	United States	India	England
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Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Beagle-Pug	Lesser Indian Spitz Smaller Indian Spitz	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle weight comparison:	15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)	11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	8-10 inches (20-25 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?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	9 inches (22.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	Unknown	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average 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 Beagle is quite easy to get.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Puggle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Cheerful	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Puggle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beagle 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?	Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Puggle is a playful breed. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Average: The Puggle barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle 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 Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Puggle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Indian Spitz (Smaller) bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle 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 Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Puggle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle 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: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Cherry Eye Distichiasis Obesity	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Indian Spitz (Smaller) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Puggle, Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Smaller): 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle coat comparison:	Smooth Straight	Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original Puggle, Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Beagle color?	Black Tan Red White Brown	White Brown Black & White	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or {name3 shedding:	Puggle dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle 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, Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Puggle dogs are generally with other pets.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Puggle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are 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 Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Puggle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Puggle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle?	Puggle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	No Puggle dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Puggle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Indian Spitz (Smaller) is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Puggles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Puggle or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle?	Not really Puggle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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.

Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle 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 Puggle and Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Beagle have?	3-5 puppies	1-3 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Puggle vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	No data available	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

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