Pug vs Labrador Retriever

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Pug
Category
Labrador Retriever

📏 Physical Stats

14 - 18
Weight (lbs)
55 - 80
10 - 12
Height (inches)
21.5 - 24.5
12 - 14 years
Life Expectancy
10 - 13 years
Toy
Breed Group
Sporting
China
Origin
Canada
Lapdog
Bred For
Water retrieving

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

2/5
Energy Level
4/5
Better
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
2/5
Better
Grooming Needs
4/5

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$1,746
Pug
vs
Annual Cost
$2,668
Labrador Retriever
Pug
Expense
Labrador Retriever
$1,746
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,668
$2,466
Lower ✓
First Year
$3,388
$23,418
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$31,402
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$780
$515
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$735
$210
Lower ✓
Grooming (annual)
$264
$660
Lower ✓
Insurance (annual)
$864
$55
Lower ✓
Insurance (monthly)
$72

Over their lifetimes, a Pug (~13 yrs) costs approximately $7,984 less than a Labrador Retriever (~12 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Pug

Docile, Clever, Charming, Stubborn, Sociable, Playful, Quiet, Attentive, Affectionate, Friendly, Loyal, Gentle, Curious

Labrador Retriever

Kind, Outgoing, Agile, Gentle, Intelligent, Trusting, Even Tempered, Affectionate, Playful, Friendly, Loyal, Independent