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- Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo: Overview
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo
- The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo
- Price of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Bich Poo
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Bich Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Bich Poos?
- Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
- Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Dogue de Bordeauxs and Bich Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and for the Bich Poo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dogue de Bordeaux to the Bich Poo 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.
Factor | Dogue de Bordeaux | Bich Poo |
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Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 15 inches |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Life Span | 8 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
Weight | Starts at 100 pounds | 6 to 17 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 10.0 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $2270 | $2230 |
Price Range | $1800 – $2500 | $1600 – $2600 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Bich Poo. 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 a Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. So, you should get the Bich Poo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo
Below is a list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo
The Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo.
Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Price of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Bich Poo
The average price of the Dogue de Bordeaux puppy is $2270. The price of the Dogue de Bordeaux typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Dogue de Bordeaux can be as low as $800 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 103 Dogue de Bordeaux puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Bich Poo puppy is $2230. The price of the Bich Poo typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of a Bich Poo can be as low as $1000 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Bich Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Dogue de Bordeaux is more expensive than the Bich Poo.
Dogue de Bordeaux | Bich Poo | |
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Average Price | $2270 | $2230 |
Price Range | $1800 to $2500 | $1600 to $2600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dogue de Bordeaux and Bich Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Dogue de Bordeaux puppies or how many Bich Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dogue de Bordeauxs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dogue de Bordeaux puppy or the Bich Poo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.
Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Bich Poo
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.
Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.
Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.
Bich Poos are very easy to train.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Bich Poos?
Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.
Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.
Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Dogue de Bordeauxs and Bich Poos?
Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo
Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.
Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Bich Poo?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.
Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dogue de Bordeaux:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bich Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Dogue de Bordeaux and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dogue de Bordeaux versus English Cocker Spaniel Dogue de Bordeaux versus English Setter Dogue de Bordeaux versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Dogue de Bordeaux versus Boykin Spaniel Dogue de Bordeaux versus Lowchen Dogue de Bordeaux versus Havanese Dogue de Bordeaux versus Black and Tan Coonhound Dogue de Bordeaux versus Border Terrier Dogue de Bordeaux versus American Staffordshire Terrier Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bordoodle
Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bich Poo versus American Hairless Terrier Bich Poo versus Whoodle Bich Poo versus German Wirehaired Pointer Bich Poo versus Affenpinscher Bich Poo versus Maremma Sheepdog Bich Poo versus Brussels Griffon Bich Poo versus Norwegian Buhund Bich Poo versus Frenchton Bich Poo versus Shichon Bich Poo versus Sussex Spaniel
Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bich Poo. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.