Puggle vs Yorkshire Terrier

Miscellaneous · Small vs Toy · Toy

Quick take
  • Puggle is the larger breed at 18–30 lbs (males) vs 7 lbs for the Yorkshire Terrier.
  • The Yorkshire Terrier typically lives longer (11–15 years).
  • The Yorkshire Terrier sheds less.
  • The Yorkshire Terrier is generally more trainable.

Side-by-side traits

TraitPuggleYorkshire Terrier
Group
MiscellaneousToy
Size
SmallToy
Origin
USAEngland
Height (male)
13–15"7–8"
Height (female)
13–15"7–8"
Weight (male)
18–30 lbs7 lbs
Weight (female)
18–30 lbs7 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
10–15 years11–15 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
Moderate (3/5)High (4/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
High (4/5)High (4/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
High (4/5)Very Low (1/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
Low (2/5)Very High (5/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Low (2/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Moderate (3/5)Very High (5/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with other dogs
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Low (2/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)Very High (5/5)
Coat length
shortlong
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
NoYes
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About the Puggle

The Puggle is a friendly, sociable, playful Pug × Beagle hybrid — pug face, beagle personality, perfect city dog. Originally from USA, this small miscellaneous breed typically weighs 18–30 lbs and lives 10–15 years. Breeders describe them as friendly, sociable, playful.

About the Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkshire Terrier is a feisty, brave, tomboyish toy terrier with a glamorous floor-length silk coat. Originally from England, this toy toy breed typically weighs 7 lbs and lives 11–15 years. Breeders describe them as affectionate, sprightly, tomboyish.

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Puggle health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Patellar luxation
  • Brachycephalic syndrome
  • Eye disorders

Yorkshire Terrier health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Patellar luxation
  • Tracheal collapse
  • Liver shunt
  • Dental disease