Breed comparison
Boston Terrier vs. Pug
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide which breed fits your lifestyle.
Size
small (10-25 lbs)
small (14-18 lbs)
Life expectancy
11-13 yrs
13-15 yrs
Activity
moderate
low
Grooming
low
moderate
Coat
short
short
Temperament
friendly, bright, amusing, lively
charming, mischievous, loving, stubborn
First-year cost
$2,260-$5,000
$2,360-$5,580
Ongoing annual
$1,620-$3,590
$1,720-$4,170
Health comparison
Shared concerns
brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)patellar luxation
Boston Terrier specific
cherry eyedeafnesscataractsheart murmurallergies
Pug specific
pug dog encephalitiseye injuries (proptosis)obesityskin fold dermatitiship dysplasia
Cost comparison
Boston Terrier
$2,260-$5,000year one
Food: $900-$1,500
Vet: $720-$1,550
Grooming: $0-$120
Gear: $240-$360
Pug
$2,360-$5,580year one
Food: $900-$1,500
Vet: $720-$1,550
Grooming: $100-$400
Gear: $240-$360
Which breed is right for you?
Consider a Boston Terrier if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You prefer minimal grooming commitment
Consider a Pug if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You want a longer-lived breed (13-15 yrs)
Common symptoms to watch
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