Brussels Griffon vs Pug
Compare the Brussels Griffon to the Pug. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Brussels Griffons and Pugs.
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
7-8 Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
7-12 Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Origin Country
Belgium
China
Origin Year
1880 AD
-206 BC
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Overall Friendliness
Family Friendly
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
Stranger Friendly
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
High
Drool
None
None
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Aggression
Burrow / Digging
Chasing
Follow Commands
Fighting
Guarding
Herding
Hunting
Protection
Remove Vermin
Sled Pulling
Watch / Guardian
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Brussels Griffon
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Brussels Griffon
Pug
