English Bulldog

Pug

English Bulldog vs Pug

Compare English Bulldog 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

English Bulldog

Pug

Breed type

Purebred

Height

31 – 40 cm

31 – 35 cm

Weight

22 – 25 kg

5 – 9 kg

Life expectancy

8 – 10 years

10 – 14 years

Child friendly

5/5

4/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

4/5

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

1/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

4/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

2/5

Characteristics

English Bulldog

Great with kids

Super smart

Medium

Pug

Great with kids

Small

Summary

About English Bulldog

The English Bulldog is a compact, muscular companion with a broad chest, wrinkled face and short coat. Calm and affectionate, it bonds closely with families, often adores children, and needs gentle, moderate exercise plus careful lifelong management of breathing, skin and joint health.

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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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