Last updated on June 7th, 2022 at 01:43 am
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Poodle Versus Boxerdoodle: Introduction
- Poodle versus Boxerdoodle: Overview
- Poodle versus Boxerdoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle
- The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Boxerdoodle
- Do Poodles shed more than Boxerdoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle?
- Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Boxerdoodles?
- Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Boxerdoodle?
- Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle
- How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Boxerdoodles?
- Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxerdoodle?
- Do Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Boxerdoodles?
- Can Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Boxerdoodle
- Can Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Poodle versus Boxerdoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Poodle Versus Boxerdoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Poodle and for the Boxerdoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle.
Note that there are 3 types of Poodles:
However, these 3 poodle `types` are basically the same. The only difference between them is size. Standard Poodles are big, toy poodles are small, and miniature poodles are medium-sized.
Read more about the subtle differences between the standard poodle vs. miniature poodle here and the toy poodle versus miniature poodle here.
In addition, we have articles on the detailed comparisons of the poodle to every other dog breed. Check out our articles on poodle versus other dog breeds here.
Poodle versus Boxerdoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Poodle is a large-sized dog while the Boxerdoodle is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Poodle belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Boxerdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Poodle versus Boxerdoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Poodle to the Boxerdoodle based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle
Factor | Poodle | Boxerdoodle |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Weight |
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12 to 70 pounds |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height |
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10 to 25 inches |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
Average Price |
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No Data |
Price Range |
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No Data |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Poodle in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Boxerdoodle. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Poodle is 88 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Boxerdoodle is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Poodle is a better pet than the Boxerdoodle. So, you should get a Poodle!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle
Below is a list of where the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle
The Poodle and the Boxerdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Poodle versus Boxerdoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle.
Poodles come in three main size categories. These three size categories are referred to as the three varieties of the poodle. Poodles of different varieties are basically the same except for their size differences. The poodle varieties based on size categorization are:
There is another variety of poodle that is not recognized in the USA but is recognized in Europe. This poodle size variety is called the Moyen Poodle. In size, the Moyen Poodle is smaller than the Standard poodle but bigger than the miniature poodle.
See below the figure that compares the different poodle sizes:
On the other hand, Boxerdoodles weigh 12 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxerdoodles are 10 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Tolerates Being Alone: Poodle versus Boxerdoodle
Poodles do not like to be left alone.
Poodles, by nature, are companion dogs. They like and thrive on human companionship more than most dog breeds. Poodles do not like to be left alone. Leaving a poodle alone for more than 4 hours day after day will cause separation anxiety and isolation distress in a poodle. If you plan to get a poodle, make sure you can be around your poodle most of the time, or arrange for a dog walker.
See our article on how long you can leave a poodle alone.
Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Poodles shed more than Boxerdoodles?
Poodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Although all dogs shed, and poodles are no different in this regard. But poodles shed less than many other breeds of dogs. However, if you own a poodle, you will not have the problem of having balls of dog hair on your couch and over your house. This is because the curly coat of the poodle traps the hair and other things that the poodle sheds. Therefore, people that are allergic to dogs tend to tolerate poodles better.
Check out our articles to learn more on why poodles do not shed, and on standard poodle shedding, and on shedding in toy poodles
Boxerdoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
To learn more about how to properly groom a poodle, check out our article on how to groom a poodle.
Learn more on how to take care of a poodle here.
Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles get along very well with other dogs.
Poodles get along very well with other dogs. Poodles are very friendly. However, it is up to the other dog to reciprocate the friendliness. Some dog breeds are just unfriendly and aggressive.
Read this article to learn about the dog breeds that get along well with poodle and the dog breeds that do not along with poodles.
Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Poodles good family dogs? What about Boxerdoodles?
Poodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Poodles make a good addition to a family. They love kids and kids love them.
Learn about standard poodles as family dogs here, and about how family-friendly are toy poodles here..
Boxerdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Poodle Easier to Train than the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles are very easy to train.
Poodles are easy to train because they are intelligent and eager to please their owners. However, it is important that you begin training a poodle to make the most out of their natural intelligence. Moreover, training your Poodle should be based on positive reinforcement and repetition. Be sure to give your Poodle praise when he obeys a command and ignores your poodle`s bad behavior.
To learn more, check out our article on how to train a poodle.
Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle
Poodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Poodles and Boxerdoodles?
Poodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Boxerdoodles get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Poodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Boxerdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Poodles Bark and Howl? What about Boxerdoodles?
Poodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Boxerdoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Poodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Poodle vs. Boxerdoodle
Poodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Boxerdoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Poodles can tolerate hot weather.
Boxerdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Poodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles adapt very well to apartment living.
Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Poodle or the Boxerdoodle?
Poodles are very good for new dog owners.
Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.
Poodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the poodle compares to other breeds aside from the Boxerdoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the poodle to other breeds:
poodle versus Chinese Shar-Pei poodle versus Lancashire Heeler poodle versus Sheepadoodle poodle versus Fila Brasileiro poodle versus Pyrenean Mastiff poodle versus Catahoula Bulldog poodle versus Cane Corso poodle versus Australian Terrier poodle versus Chihuahua poodle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Poodle versus Boxerdoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Poodle and the Boxerdoodle better suits you and your family.