Breed Comparison: Affenhuahua Versus Labradoodle

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Affenhuahua Versus Labradoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle 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 Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle 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 Affenhuahua and for the Labradoodle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle.

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

Affenhuahua versus Labradoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Labradoodle is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Labradoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..

Affenhuahua versus Labradoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Labradoodle 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.

Factor Affenhuahua Labradoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 50 to 65 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1640
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua 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 Labradoodle. 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 a Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Labradoodle is 94 out of 125.

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

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 Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle

Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are most different:

  • Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone. However, Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Labradoodles can tolerate cold weather.
  • Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs. However, Labradoodles get along well with other dogs.
  • Affenhuahuas are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Labradoodles are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Affenhuahuas are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Labradoodles are not prone to nip and chew at things.

    • The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle

    The Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Affenhuahua versus Labradoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle.

    Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Labradoodles weigh 50 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Labradoodles are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Labradoodle

    Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

    Labradoodles can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Labradoodle

    Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Labradoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labradoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Labradoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

    Labradoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Labradoodles?

    Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Labradoodles shed moderately.

    Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas 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.

    Labradoodles 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Labradoodle

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

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

    Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labradoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Labradoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Labradoodles?

    Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Labradoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

    Labradoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

    Labradoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

    Labradoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Labradoodles?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Labradoodle?

    Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

    Labradoodles are very easy to groom.

    Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Labradoodles?

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

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Affenhuahua

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

  • Goldendoodle (78 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs Goldendoodle.
  • Goldador (85 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs Goldador.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Labradoodle). Here is our comparison of the Affenhuahua vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Labradoodle

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

  • American Hairless Terrier (76 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Labradoodle vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Morkie (78 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Labradoodle vs Morkie.
  • Pomchi (77 percent match with Affenhuahua). Here is our comparison of the Labradoodle vs Pomchi.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Affenhuahua Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Affenhuahua versus Beaglier     Affenhuahua versus Shiba Inu     Affenhuahua versus American Eskimo Dog     Affenhuahua versus Goldendoodle     Affenhuahua versus Chinese Crested     Affenhuahua versus Bichon Frise     Affenhuahua versus Miniature Pinscher     Affenhuahua versus Australian Kelpie     Affenhuahua versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Affenhuahua versus Cavapoo     

    Labradoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Labradoodle versus Shetland Sheepdog     Labradoodle versus Papillon     Labradoodle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Labradoodle versus Bolognese     Labradoodle versus Norwich Terrier     Labradoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Labradoodle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Labradoodle versus Carolina Dog     Labradoodle versus Valley Bulldog     Labradoodle versus Aussiedoodle     

    Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Labradoodle. 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 Affenhuahua and the Labradoodle better suits you and your family.