Briard
VS
Pug
Briard vs Pug
Compare Briard and Pug side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Briard
Pug
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
56 – 68 cm
31 – 35 cm
Weight
25 – 40 kg
5 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
1/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Briard
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Large
Pug
Great with kids
Small
Summary
About Briard
The Briard is a large, ancient French herding dog with a long, wavy coat, beard, and eyebrows. Loyal and sensitive, it bonds deeply with family yet stays reserved with strangers. Intelligent and energetic, it needs ample exercise, positive training, and regular grooming to thrive.
About Pug
Small, sturdy companion dog with wrinkled face, curled tail and expressive eyes, usually 6–8 kg and suited to city homes. Affectionate, people focused and playful, needs moderate gentle exercise, close family contact, careful weight control and extra management in hot weather due to its short nose.
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