Which is Better between the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier?

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Afador Versus Bedlington Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Bedlington 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 Afador and for the Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afador or the Bedlington Terrier.

Afador versus Bedlington Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Bedlington Terrier is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Bedlington 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.

Afador versus Bedlington Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington Terrier

Factor Afador Bedlington Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 14 to 16 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 1/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 17 to 23 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $2000 – $2800
Average Price No Data $2530
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 Afador 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 Bedlington 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 Afador is 59 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bedlington Terrier is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bedlington Terrier is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are most different:

    • Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Bedlington Terriers adapt well to apartment living.
    • Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Bedlington Terriers are good for new dog owners.
    • Afadors are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Bedlington Terriers are very friendly towards strangers.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier

    The Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Bedlington Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Bedlington Terrier.

    Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Bedlington Terriers weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Bedlington Terriers are 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Bedlington Terrier

    The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Bedlington Terriers is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Bedlington Terriers is 15.0 years.

    Bedlington Terriers live longer than Afadors.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Bedlington Terrier

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Bedlington Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Afadors shed more than Bedlington Terriers?

    Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Bedlington Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Bedlington Terrier

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Bedlington Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Bedlington Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors 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.

    Bedlington Terriers 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.

    Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Bedlington Terriers?

    Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Bedlington Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bedlington Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Bedlington Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Bedlington Terrier

    Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Bedlington Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bedlington Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Bedlington Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Bedlington Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Bedlington Terriers?

    Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Bedlington Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Bedlington Terriers?

    Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Bedlington Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Bedlington Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Bedlington Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Bedlington Terrier?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Bedlington Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Bedlington 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 Afador and the Bedlington Terrier better suits you and your family.