Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Afghan Hound Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction
- Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview
- Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle
- The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle
- Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Saint Berdoodle
- Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?
- Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle
- Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?
- Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Saint Berdoodles?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Saint Berdoodles?
- Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?
- Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Saint Berdoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Afghan Hound Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle? 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 Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Afghan Hound and for the Saint Berdoodle. 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 Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle
Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview
Both the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are similar in size. The Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Afghan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Afghan Hound to the Saint Berdoodle 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 | Afghan Hound | Saint Berdoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 8 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder | 15 to 30 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 60 pounds | 40 to 180 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 10.0 years |
| Average Price | $2390 | $2020 |
| Price Range | $2250 – $2500 | $1500 – $2500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*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 Afghan Hound 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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Afghan Hound is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Afghan Hound. So, you should get the Saint Berdoodle!
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 Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle
Below is a list of where the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle
The Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle.
Afghan Hounds weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Afghan Hounds are 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.
Price of Afghan Hound versus Price of Saint Berdoodle
The average price of the Afghan Hound puppy is $2390. The price of the Afghan Hound typically ranges from $2250 – $2500. However, the price of a Afghan Hound can be as low as $1800 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 21 Afghan Hound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Afghan Hound is more expensive than the Saint Berdoodle.
| Afghan Hound | Saint Berdoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2390 | $2020 |
| Price Range | $2250 to $2500 | $1500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Afghan Hound and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Afghan Hound puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Afghan Hounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Afghan Hound puppy or the Saint Berdoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Which one drools more, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle
Afghan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.
Is the Afghan Hound Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds are not easy to train.
Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.
Tolerates Being Alone: Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle
Afghan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Afghan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?
Afghan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afghan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Do Afghan Hounds shed more than Saint Berdoodles?
Afghan Hounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.
Is the Afghan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Afghan Hounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Afghan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Afghan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Afghan Hounds good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?
Afghan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Afghan Hounds and Saint Berdoodles?
Afghan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Afghan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?
Afghan Hounds 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.
Saint Berdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Afghan Hound vs. Saint Berdoodle
Afghan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Saint Berdoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Afghan Hound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Afghan Hound 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 Afghan Hound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Afghan Hound and how the Saint Berdoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Afghan Hound and of the Saint Berdoodle to other breeds:
Afghan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Afghan Hound versus Karelian Bear Dog Afghan Hound versus Pyrenean Mastiff Afghan Hound versus Shiranian Afghan Hound versus Pharaoh Hound Afghan Hound versus Akita Afghan Hound versus Standard Schnauzer Afghan Hound versus Golden Retriever Afghan Hound versus Cesky Terrier Afghan Hound versus German Longhaired Pointer Afghan Hound versus English Springer Spaniel
Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Saint Berdoodle versus Silky Terrier Saint Berdoodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Saint Berdoodle versus Basset Hound Saint Berdoodle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Saint Berdoodle versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Saint Berdoodle versus Brussels Griffon Saint Berdoodle versus Cane Corso Saint Berdoodle versus Shih Tzu Saint Berdoodle versus Bluetick Coonhound Saint Berdoodle versus Dachshund
Conclusion: Afghan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Afghan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.