Quick Links: Table of Contents
- American Eskimo Dog Versus Boerboel: Introduction
- American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel: Overview
- American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel
- The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel
- Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel
- Price of American Eskimo Dog versus Price of Boerboel
- Adopting the American Eskimo Dog versus Adopting the Boerboel
- The Popularity of American Eskimo Dog versus Popularity of Boerboel
- Health Problems of American Eskimo Dog versus Health Problems of Boerboel
- Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel
- Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel
- Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boerboels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel?
- Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boerboel?
- Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Boerboel
- Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Boerboels?
- Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boerboels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Boerboels?
- How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Boerboels?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel?
- Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Boerboels?
- Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Boerboel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boerboel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel. Which One is a Better Pet?
American Eskimo Dog Versus Boerboel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel? 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 Boerboel 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 Boerboel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel 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 Boerboel. 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 Boerboel.
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 Boerboel
American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel: Overview
A very important difference between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The American Eskimo Dog is a small-sized dog while the Boerboel is a giant-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 Boerboel belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Boerboel 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 | Boerboel |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 28 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Starts at 30 pounds | 110 to 200 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1220 | $2390 |
| Price Range | $750 – $1500 | $1800 – $3000 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 118 | 116 |
*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 Boerboel. 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 Boerboel is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Eskimo Dog is a better pet than the Boerboel. 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 Boerboel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel
Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel are most different:
The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel
The American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel.
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, Boerboels weigh 110 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Boerboels are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.
Price of American Eskimo Dog versus Price of Boerboel
The average price of the American Eskimo Dog puppy is $1220. The price of the American Eskimo Dog typically ranges from $750 – $1500. However, the price of a American Eskimo Dog can be as low as $225 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 211 American Eskimo Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Boerboel puppy is $2390. The price of the Boerboel typically ranges from $1800 – $3000. However, the price of a Boerboel can be as low as $500 and as high as $4500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 109 Boerboel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Boerboel is more expensive than the American Eskimo Dog.
| American Eskimo Dog | Boerboel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1220 | $2390 |
| Price Range | $750 to $1500 | $1800 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the American Eskimo Dog and Boerboel. For different price points, the charts show how many American Eskimo Dog puppies or how many Boerboel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of American Eskimo Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Boerboels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the American Eskimo Dog puppy or the Boerboel 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.
Adopting the American Eskimo Dog versus Adopting the Boerboel
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many American Eskimo Dogs and many Boerboels 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 Kingston-Adopted! that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable American Eskimo Dogs like Kingston-Adopted! on pefinder.com.
Also, like American Eskimo Dogs, Boerboels are also available for adoption. For example, Percy Jones is a Male Boerboel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Boerboels like Percy Jones that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Vespa is the name of another American Eskimo Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Ajax – Courtesy Posting, an adorable Male Boerboel on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more American Eskimo Dogs and Boerboels that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of American Eskimo Dog versus Popularity of Boerboel
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Boerboel is more popular with dog owners than the American Eskimo Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Boerboel is 116 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the American Eskimo Dog is 118 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of American Eskimo Dog
Popularity of Boerboel
| Year | American Eskimo Dog Popularity Rank | Boerboel Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 110 | no data |
| 2014 | 120 | 64.0 |
| 2015 | 118 | 126.0 |
| 2016 | 122 | 131.0 |
| 2017 | 118 | 124.0 |
| 2018 | 122 | 121.0 |
| 2019 | 120 | 127.0 |
| 2020 | 119 | 123.0 |
Health Problems of American Eskimo Dog versus Health Problems of Boerboel
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Boerboel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the American Eskimo Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Boerboel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the American Eskimo Dog than for the Boerboel.
8 health tests are recommended for American Eskimo Dog while 6 tests are recommended for the Boerboel.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in American Eskimo Dogs and in Boerboels.
American Eskimo Dog Health Problems
American Eskimo Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing American Eskimo Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a American Eskimo Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your American Eskimo Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen American Eskimo Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for American Eskimo Dogs here.
Boerboel Health Problems
Boerboels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Boerboel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Boerboel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Boerboel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Boerboels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Boerboels here.
Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel
American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Boerboels have a very high tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel
American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Boerboels do not like to be left alone.
Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boerboels Tolerate Hot Weather?
American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Boerboels can tolerate hot weather.
Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.
Boerboels are very easy to groom.
Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Boerboels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Boerboel
American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Boerboels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.
Boerboels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Boerboels?
American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Boerboels bark and howl, but not very much.
Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Boerboels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boerboels Tolerate Cold Weather?
American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Boerboels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Boerboels?
American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Boerboels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Boerboels?
American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Boerboels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Boerboels do not get along well with other dogs.
Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Boerboels?
American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Boerboels shed moderately.
Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Boerboel?
American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.
Boerboels are not 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 Boerboel 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 Boerboel:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boerboel
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Boerboel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Boerboel to other breeds:
American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Boerboel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Boerboel versus Pyredoodle Boerboel versus Estrela Mountain Dog Boerboel versus Carolina Dog Boerboel versus Frenchton Boerboel versus English Cocker Spaniel Boerboel versus Icelandic Sheepdog Boerboel versus Maremma Sheepdog Boerboel versus Pyrenean Mastiff Boerboel versus English Setter Boerboel versus Schnoodle
Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Boerboel. 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 Boerboel better suits you and your family.