Breed Comparison: American Eskimo Dog Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

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American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

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American Eskimo Dog Versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde? 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 American Eskimo Dog and for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the American Eskimo Dog or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Overview

A very important difference between the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Eskimo Dog is a small-sized dog while the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the American Eskimo Dog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde: Comparison Table

The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 American Eskimo Dog Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 12 years
Height 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight Starts at 30 pounds 48 to 55 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.5 years
Average Price $1220 No Data
Price Range $750 – $1500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  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 American Eskimo Dog 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 Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 American Eskimo Dog is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Eskimo Dog is a better pet than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. So, you should get the American Eskimo Dog!

    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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most different:

  • American Eskimo Dogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are most similar:

  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are highly intelligent.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very easy to train.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde.

    American Eskimo Dogs weigh Starts at 30 pounds when fully grown. American Eskimo Dogs are 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Appenzeller Sennenhundes weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Appenzeller Sennenhundes are 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Adopting the American Eskimo Dog versus Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many American Eskimo Dogs and many Appenzeller Sennenhundes are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male American Eskimo Dog named Koba that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable American Eskimo Dogs like Koba on pefinder.com.

    Also, like American Eskimo Dogs, Appenzeller Sennenhundes are also available for adoption. For example, Boss is a Male Appenzeller Sennenhunde that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Appenzeller Sennenhundes like Boss that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Ryder is the name of another American Eskimo Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more American Eskimo Dogs and Appenzeller Sennenhundes that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.

    Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Appenzeller Sennenhunde

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

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?

    American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Appenzeller Sennenhundes?

    American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Appenzeller Sennenhundes?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Appenzeller Sennenhundes?

    American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.

    Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Appenzeller Sennenhunde?

    American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.

    Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog

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

  • Entlebucher Mountain Dog (79 percent match with Appenzeller Sennenhunde). Here is our comparison of the American Eskimo Dog vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the American Eskimo Dog 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 American Eskimo Dog:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (79 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Keeshond (82 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs Keeshond.
  • West Highland White Terrier (81 percent match with American Eskimo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs West Highland White Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Appenzeller Sennenhunde compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde to other breeds:

    American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde. 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde better suits you and your family.