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- Lhasapoo Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
- Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
- Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Lifespan of Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Price of Lhasapoo versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Do Lhasapoos shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Does the Lhasapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Do Lhasapoos Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lhasapoo vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Are Lhasapoos good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Lhasapoos and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
- Is the Lhasapoo Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lhasapoo Versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? 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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Overview
Both the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are similar in size. The Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lhasapoo to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Factor | Lhasapoo | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier |
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Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 10 to 15 pounds | 30 to 40 pounds |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 9 to 13 inches | 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1150 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1000 – $1400 | $1050 – $2200 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lhasapoo 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a better pet than the Lhasapoo. So, you should get the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier!
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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Below is a list of where the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The lifespan of Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers is 13.5 years.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers live longer than Lhasapoos.
Price of Lhasapoo versus Price of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
The average price of the Lhasapoo puppy is $1150. The price of the Lhasapoo typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Lhasapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $1700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 23 Lhasapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier typically ranges from $1050 – $2200. However, the price of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier can be as low as $500 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 170 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is more expensive than the Lhasapoo.
Lhasapoo | Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier | |
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Average Price | $1150 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1000 to $1400 | $1050 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Lhasapoo and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Lhasapoo puppies or how many Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lhasapoo puppy or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Lhasapoos shed more than Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Lhasapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos 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.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Lhasapoos Bark and Howl? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Lhasapoo vs. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lhasapoos good family dogs? What about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Lhasapoos and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers?
Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lhasapoo Easier to Train than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Lhasapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasapoo or the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?
Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Lhasapoo and how the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasapoo and of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier to other breeds:
Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lhasapoo versus Schipperke Lhasapoo versus Pomeranian Lhasapoo versus Cesky Terrier Lhasapoo versus Basenji Lhasapoo versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Lhasapoo versus Beaglier Lhasapoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog Lhasapoo versus Westiepoo Lhasapoo versus Pomeranian Lhasapoo versus Harrier Lhasapoo versus Irish Wolfhound Lhasapoo versus Cane Corso Lhasapoo versus Boerboel Lhasapoo versus Miniature Poodle Lhasapoo versus Irish Terrier Lhasapoo versus Lowchen Lhasapoo versus Coton de Tulear Lhasapoo versus Maremma Sheepdog Lhasapoo versus Boerboel Lhasapoo versus Labradoodle Lhasapoo versus Border Collie Lhasapoo versus Pyrenean Shepherd Lhasapoo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Lhasapoo versus Akita Chow Lhasapoo versus Silky Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus French Bulldog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Cockapoo Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Shih Tzu Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Greyhound Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Saint Bernard Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Mastiff Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Tibetan Spaniel Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Borzoi Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bullmastiff Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Barbet Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Bedlington Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Afghan Hound Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer
Conclusion: Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo and the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier better suits you and your family.