Which is Better between the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog?

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Afador Versus Maremma Sheepdog: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog 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 Maremma Sheepdog. 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 Maremma Sheepdog.

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 Maremma Sheepdog.

Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog: Overview

Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are similar in size. The Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are both large-sized dogs.

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

On the other hand, the Maremma Sheepdog 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.

Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Maremma Sheepdog 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 Maremma Sheepdog

Factor Afador Maremma Sheepdog
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 1/5
Easy To Train 1/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 13 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 23.5 to 28.5 inches
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 65 to 100 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.0 years
Price Range No Data $675 – $1500
Average Price No Data $1220
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Shoulders
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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 Maremma Sheepdog. 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 Maremma Sheepdog is 68 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are most different:

    • Afadors have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Maremma Sheepdogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog

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

    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are not easy to train.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Maremma Sheepdog.

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

    On the other hand, Maremma Sheepdogs weigh 65 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Maremma Sheepdogs are 23.5 to 28.5 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog

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

    The lifespan of Maremma Sheepdogs is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdogs is 12.0 years.

    Maremma Sheepdogs live longer than Afadors.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Afadors shed more than Maremma Sheepdogs?

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Maremma Sheepdog

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Maremma Sheepdogs drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Maremma Sheepdog?

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

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

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maremma Sheepdog?

    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.

    Maremma Sheepdogs 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 Maremma Sheepdogs?

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Maremma Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Maremma Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Maremma Sheepdog

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Maremma Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Maremma Sheepdog?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Maremma Sheepdogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Maremma Sheepdogs?

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Maremma Sheepdogs?

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

    Maremma Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Maremma Sheepdog?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Maremma Sheepdogs are not easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Maremma Sheepdog?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Maremma Sheepdog?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Maremma Sheepdogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog. 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 Maremma Sheepdog better suits you and your family.