Breed Comparison: Afador Versus Boykin Spaniel

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Afador Versus Boykin Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel. 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 Boykin Spaniel.

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 Boykin Spaniel.

Afador versus Boykin Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Afador versus Boykin Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel

Factor Afador Boykin Spaniel
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 1/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 25 to 40 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $900 – $1225
Average Price No Data $1110
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Boykin Spaniel. 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 Boykin Spaniel is 71 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Boykin Spaniel is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Boykin Spaniel!

    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 Boykin Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel are most different:

    • Afadors are not easy to train. However, Boykin Spaniels are very easy to train.
    • Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Boykin Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel

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

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

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Boykin Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Boykin Spaniel.

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

    On the other hand, Boykin Spaniels weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Boykin Spaniels are 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Boykin Spaniel

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Boykin Spaniel

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Boykin Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Afadors shed more than Boykin Spaniels?

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

    Boykin Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Boykin Spaniel

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Boykin Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Boykin Spaniel?

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

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

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boykin Spaniel?

    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.

    Boykin Spaniels 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.

    Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Boykin Spaniels?

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

    Boykin Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Boykin Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Boykin Spaniel

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

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

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Boykin Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Boykin Spaniel?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Boykin Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Boykin Spaniels?

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

    Boykin Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Boykin Spaniels?

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

    Boykin Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Boykin Spaniel?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Boykin Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Boykin Spaniel?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Boykin Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Boykin Spaniel?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Boykin Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Boykin Spaniel. 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 Boykin Spaniel better suits you and your family.