Compare breeds
French Bulldog vs Pug
French Bulldog
Short
Pug
Short
Choose the French Bulldog if you want…
- less hair around the house
- less time spent grooming
- a quieter companion
Choose the Pug if you want…
- a family with children
- a home with other pets
Side by side
| Trait | French Bulldog | Pug |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Small | Small |
| Weight | 8–14 kg (18–31 lb) | 6–8 kg (13–18 lb) |
| Height | 28–33 cm (11–13 in) | 25–33 cm (10–13 in) |
| Life span | 10–12 years | 12–15 years |
| Origin | France | China |
| Energy | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Trainability | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good with children | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good with other pets | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Suits a flat | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Grooming needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the French Bulldog or the Pug?
The French Bulldog — typically about 1.6 times the weight. French Bulldog: 8–14 kg (18–31 lb); Pug: 6–8 kg (13–18 lb).
Which lives longer, the French Bulldog or the Pug?
The Pug, on average. French Bulldog: 10–12 years; Pug: 12–15 years.
Is the French Bulldog or the Pug better with children?
The Pug scores higher in our profiles (5 vs 4 out of 5). Always supervise young children with any pet.
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