Differences and Similarities between the Afador and the Sealyham Terrier.

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Afador Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction

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

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

Afador versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Sealyham Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Sealyham 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 Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier

Factor Afador Sealyham Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 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 Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
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 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 22 to 24 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
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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 Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125.

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

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

  • Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Sealyham Terriers adapt well to apartment living.
  • Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Sealyham Terriers are good for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Afador and the Sealyham Terrier

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

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

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Afador versus Sealyham Terrier

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

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

    On the other hand, Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Sealyham Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is 13.0 years.

    Sealyham Terriers live longer than Afadors.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Sealyham Terrier

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Afadors shed more than Sealyham Terriers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Sealyham Terrier

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.

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

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

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

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham 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.

    Sealyham Terriers 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 Sealyham Terriers?

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

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

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

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Sealyham Terrier

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

    Sealyham Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Sealyham Terriers?

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

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

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.

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

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Sealyham Terriers are very good 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:

  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (76 percent match with Afador). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Fila Brasileiro (75 percent match with Afador). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Boerboel (74 percent match with Afador). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier:

  • Dutch Shepherd (75 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Afador vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Afador vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Afador and how the Sealyham Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afador and of the Sealyham Terrier to other breeds:

    Afador Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Afador versus Redbone Coonhound     Afador versus French Bulldog     Afador versus Goldendoodle     Afador versus Toy Fox Terrier     Afador versus Mudi     Afador versus Vizsla     Afador versus Bouvier des Flandres     Afador versus Leonberger     Afador versus Maremma Sheepdog     Afador versus Coton de Tulear     Afador versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Afador versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Afador versus Irish Setter     Afador versus Chorkie     Afador versus Briard     Afador versus Vizsla     Afador versus Standard Schnauzer     Afador versus Bichon Frise     Afador versus Spinone Italiano     Afador versus Hovawart     Afador versus Borzoi     Afador versus Boxer     Afador versus Frenchton     Afador versus Boxerdoodle     

    Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sealyham Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Sealyham Terrier versus Golden Retriever     Sealyham Terrier versus Hovawart     Sealyham Terrier versus French Spaniel     Sealyham Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Sealyham Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Spinone Italiano     Sealyham Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler     Sealyham Terrier versus Stabyhoun     Sealyham Terrier versus Samoyed     Sealyham Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Sealyham Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Cane Corso     Sealyham Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Sealyham Terrier versus Maltipoo     Sealyham Terrier versus French Bulldog     Sealyham Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Sealyham Terrier versus King Shepherd     Sealyham Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     Sealyham Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Sealyham Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Sealyham Terrier versus Dachshund     Sealyham Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Sealyham Terrier versus Bolognese     

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