Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afador Versus Scottish Terrier: Introduction
- Afador versus Scottish Terrier: Overview
- Afador versus Scottish Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Scottish Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Afador and the Scottish Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afador versus Scottish Terrier
- Lifespan of Afador versus Scottish Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Scottish Terrier
- Do Afadors shed more than Scottish Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier?
- Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Terrier?
- Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Terriers?
- Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Scottish Terrier
- Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier?
- Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Scottish Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Scottish Terriers?
- Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Scottish Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afador
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afador versus Scottish Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afador Versus Scottish Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Scottish 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 Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Scottish 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 Scottish 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 Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier.
Afador versus Scottish Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Afador and the Scottish Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Scottish Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afador to the Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier
| Factor | Afador | Scottish Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 11 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 20 to 29 inches | Up to 10 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 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 75 pounds | 18 to 22 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1398 – $2000 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1750 |
| 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 Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Scottish Terrier is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Scottish 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 Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier
Below is a list of where the Afador and the Scottish Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afador and the Scottish Terrier
The Afador and the Scottish Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Scottish Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afador versus Scottish Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Scottish Terrier.
Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Scottish Terriers weigh 18 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Afador versus Scottish Terrier
The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Scottish Terriers is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Terriers is 12.0 years.
Scottish Terriers live longer than Afadors.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Scottish Terrier
Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.
Scottish Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Afadors shed more than Scottish Terriers?
Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Scottish Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier
Afadors drool moderately.
Scottish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier?
Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Scottish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish 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.
Scottish Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Terriers?
Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Scottish Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Scottish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Scottish Terrier
Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Scottish Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier?
Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.
Scottish Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Scottish Terriers?
Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Scottish Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Scottish Terriers?
Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Scottish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Scottish Terrier?
Afadors are not easy to train.
Scottish Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Terrier?
Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Scottish Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Scottish Terrier?
Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Scottish Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Afador 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 Afador:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Afador and how the Scottish Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afador and of the Scottish Terrier to other breeds:
Afador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Afador versus Frenchton Afador versus Ibizan Hound Afador versus Akbash Afador versus Akbash Afador versus Cockalier Afador versus Cockapoo Afador versus Bullmastiff Afador versus American Water Spaniel Afador versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Afador versus Pointer Afador versus Pyredoodle Afador versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Afador versus Chinook Afador versus Greyhound Afador versus Frenchton Afador versus Siberian Husky Afador versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Afador versus Puggle Afador versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Afador versus Belgian Tervuren Afador versus Bullmastiff Afador versus Cane Corso Afador versus Havanese Afador versus Standard Schnauzer
Scottish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Scottish Terrier versus Ibizan Hound Scottish Terrier versus Affenpinscher Scottish Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer Scottish Terrier versus Cane Corso Scottish Terrier versus Peek A Poo Scottish Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Scottish Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier Scottish Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd Scottish Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Scottish Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff Scottish Terrier versus Azawakh Scottish Terrier versus Boxerdoodle Scottish Terrier versus Labrador Retriever Scottish Terrier versus Beaglier Scottish Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo Scottish Terrier versus Pomchi Scottish Terrier versus Cesky Terrier Scottish Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Scottish Terrier versus Chorkie Scottish Terrier versus Brittany Scottish Terrier versus Skye Terrier Scottish Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Scottish Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Scottish Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier Scottish Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Conclusion: Afador versus Scottish 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 Scottish Terrier better suits you and your family.