French Bulldog
Compact, funny and very cuddly, the French Bulldog is an ideal city companion, as long as it is well protected from heat.
French Bulldog vs Pug
Side by side
| Trait | French Bulldog | Pug |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Companion and toy dogs | Companion and toy dogs |
| Size | Small | Small |
| Weight | 8–14 kg | 6–8 kg |
| Height at withers | 27–35 cm | 25–33 cm |
| Life expectancy | 10–12 years | 12–15 years |
| Energy | ||
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| With other dogs | ||
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| Heat tolerance | ||
| Apartment | Yes | Yes |
Key differences
- Heavier: French Bulldog (about 11 kg vs 7 kg on average)
- Longer life expectancy: Pug (about 13.5 years vs 11 years on average)
- Sheds more: Pug (4/5 vs 2/5)
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Both are similarBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Both are similarBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Both are similarBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Pug
A small dog with a wrinkled face and a comic nature, the Pug is affectionate, sociable and made for indoor life, away from the heat.