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Posted by on February 22, 2020

Making a decision to invite a pet into your life is hard. And figuring out what the right pet for you is even harder. If you want a small dog, that serves as a good companion and is not that much work, then you might decide to go for a Pug or a Chihuahua. But which is right for you? It is impossible to give an objective answer to which is better. It depends on personal preferences and lifestyle and what you’re looking for in a pet. This article details the similarities and dissimilarities of the two breeds, helping you to make an informed decision.

CHIHUAHUA VS PUG: WHICH IS BETTER?

  1. SIZE DIFFERENCE

Both are generally small dogs. An adult make pug weighs about 7.5 kg and has a height of about 33 cm and a female weighs about 7 kg with a height of around 27.5 cm. An average adult Chihuahua weighs around 2 kg and is about 19 cm tall.

 

  1. SHEDDING

Both have a fine coat and requires minimal grooming. Pugs shed a fair amount while Chihuahuas shed very little. Pugs do need to be brushed.

 

  1. PERSONALITY

Both dogs are quite playful, like most breeds. Pugs are not very sensitive whereas Chihuahuas are sensitive to a variety of things. They get easily upset at changes to routine, unfamiliar noises and house guests. Both pugs and Chihuahuas are loyal, gentle and affectionate. Chihuahuas are less stranger friendly when compared to pugs. Chihuahuas have a stronger tendency to nip and bite at people playfully than pugs. Both breeds don’t wander or escape often as compared to other breeds. They don’t often chase cats and such. Both breeds suffer from separation anxiety when left alone for too long. You can read about some top benefits of having a dog at home that most of people don’t know about.

 

  1. EXERCISE NEEDS

Both  require a moderately active lifestyle. They don’t need that much exercise. They sleep about 12-14 hours a day, a normal amount for dogs.

 

  1. INTELLIGENCE

Neither breed is particularly known for intelligence. They do an average job at being watchdogs but are strongly territorial.

 

  1. TRAINING

Chihuahuas are easier to train than pugs. Both are rather hard to train, especially potty training, since they are small dogs and gave small bladders.

 

  1. LIFE EXPECTANCY

Pugs have a life expectancy of around 12-15 years while Chihuahuas live for about 14-18 years.

 

  1. PRICE

The price of these dogs vary with the quality of breeding, lineage etc. Both have an almost same average price range. A puppy pug goes for as low as 5000 RS and up to around 20000 RS. Chihuahuas go for around the same rates from around 4000-25000 RS.

 

  1. HEALTH PROBLEMS

Both breeds adapt well to a variety of environments. They can thrive in most places and are not that sensitive to lifestyle changes. They prefer warm weather but can adjust to an extent. Chihuahuas are a generally healthy breed but less so than pugs. Pugs have a chance of suffering from diseases like Allergies, Dermatitis, Staphylococcus Infection, Vaccination Sensitivity, Yeast Infection etc. Chihuahuas might contract Heart Murmurs, Hypoglycemia, Pulmonic Stenosis, Shivering etc. Neither is hypoallergenic. Pugs eat about half to one cup of dry food per day and have a strong tendency to become obese. Chihuahuas consume less food, about a quarter to a half cup per day and don’t gain weight easily. You should read about some pet care tips before you bring any dog so that you can keep care of dog in a better manner.

 

  1. TEMPERAMENT

Pugs are very friendly dogs. They are affectionate and loyal. Chihuahuas are owner focused and devoted. They are alert, lively and quick in nature. Pugs are quiet and don’t bark often. Chihuahuas are very vocal and have a recognizable bark. They are both apartment friendly. They both need a lot of social interaction. They have low likelihood of biting someone, but the Chihuahua is more likely to do so.

 

Choosing the right dog for you is a tough task that needs to be done with sufficient thought. The choice depends on your lifestyle and your expectations. Chihuahuas are almost treated as a fashion statement nowadays, it is a trend to carry them around in handbags. But they are also regular dogs and need to be properly trained and not just carried around. Chihuahuas are not kid friendly, they can get hostile to strangers and they are ankle biters. Pugs are chunky, love filled animals. They love kids and are not particularly hateful of strangers. But they also need more care with hygiene. Chihuahuas are small and delicate and might get hurt easily if you accidentally step on them. So to pick the right do you need to consider their degree of friendliness, how much time you have for them, aesthetic appeal, and so on.

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