Bulldog vs Chihuahua

Compare the Bulldog to the Chihuahua. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bulldogs and Chihuahuas.

Bulldog vs Chihuahua
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Bulldog
Chihuahua
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General Details
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-12 Years
15-20 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
6-9 Inches
Weight
49-55 Pounds
3-6 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Mexico
Origin Year
1500 AD
1850 AD
Temperament
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Energy Level
Low
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
None
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Average Lifespan
8-12 Years
15-20 Years
Health Concerns
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Reverse sneezing
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Head shakes
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Heart murmurs
Open fontanel
Collapsed trachea
Luxating patella
Pulmonic stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Shivering
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Obesity
Dental problems
Respiratory problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Bulldog
Chihuahua
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn and Brindle
Fawn and White
Red
White
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate Brindled Fawn
Cream
Fawn
Gold
Red
Silver
Silver and White
White
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