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- American Eskimo Dog Versus Mudi: Introduction
- American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi: Overview
- American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi
- The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi
- Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
- Lifespan of American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
- Temperament of the American Eskimo Dog Versus the Mudi
- Health Problems of American Eskimo Dog versus Health Problems of Mudi
- Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
- Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Mudis?
- Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi?
- Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?
- Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?
- Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Mudi
- Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi?
- Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Mudis?
- How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Mudis?
- Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Mudi?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mudi
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi. Which One is a Better Pet?
American Eskimo Dog Versus Mudi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi? 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi 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 Mudi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi 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 Mudi. 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi.
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 Mudi.
American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi: Overview
Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi are similar in size. The American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi are both small-sized dogs.
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 Mudi 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 Mudi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the American Eskimo Dog to the Mudi 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 American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi
| Factor | American Eskimo Dog | Mudi |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Height | 15 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder | 14 to 20 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Starts at 30 pounds | 18 to 29 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1220 | No Data |
| Price Range | $750 – $1500 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 82.6 percent | 40.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Mudi. 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 American Eskimo Dog is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Mudi is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the American Eskimo Dog is a better pet than the Mudi. 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 Mudi 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 Mudi
Below is a list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi are most different:
The Similarities Between the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi
The American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi.
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, Mudis weigh 18 to 29 pounds when fully grown. Mudis are 14 to 20 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
The lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Mudis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Mudis is 13.0 years.
American Eskimo Dogs live longer than Mudis.
Temperament of the American Eskimo Dog Versus the Mudi
The American Eskimo Dog has a better temperament than the Mudi.
This is because the temperament score for the American Eskimo Dog is 82.6 percent while the temperament score for the Mudi is 40.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 82.6 percent, the American Eskimo Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 40.0 percent, the Mudi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi by measuring the temperaments of 86 American Eskimo Dogs and 5 Mudis.
Health Problems of American Eskimo Dog versus Health Problems of Mudi
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi 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 Mudi is prone to more genetic health problems than the American Eskimo Dog.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Mudi than for the American Eskimo Dog.
8 health tests are recommended for American Eskimo Dog while 10 tests are recommended for the Mudi.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in American Eskimo Dogs and in Mudis.
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.
Mudi Health Problems
Mudis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Mudi 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 Mudi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Mudi 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 Mudis for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Mudis here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in American Eskimo Dogs and Mudis
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the American Eskimo Dog Breed is Degenerative Myelopathy problems.
This is because the American Eskimo Dog ranks 6 out of 70 dog breeds for Degenerative Myelopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 68 American Eskimo Dogs, 17 of them had Degenerative Myelopathy problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in American Eskimo Dogs, and how common these diseases are in American Eskimo Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Mudi Breed is Patella problems.
This is because the Mudi ranks 38 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 87 Mudis, 4 of them had Patella problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Mudis, and how common these diseases are in Mudis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in American Eskimo Dog and in Mudi and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the American Eskimo Dog and the Mudi:
| Disease | American Eskimo Dog Rank | Mudi Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 6 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Legg-Calve-Perthes problems | 9 out of 40 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 48 out of 145 dog breeds | 38 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 122 out of 198 dog breeds | 145 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 123 out of 144 dog breeds | 99 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 136 out of 182 dog breeds | Not Common |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi
American Eskimo Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Mudis do not like to be left alone.
Do American Eskimo Dogs shed more than Mudis?
American Eskimo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Mudis shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi
American Eskimo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Mudis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs are moderately easy to groom.
Mudis are very easy to groom.
Does the American Eskimo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Mudis 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.
Do American Eskimo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?
American Eskimo Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Mudis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?
American Eskimo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Mudis can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: American Eskimo Dog vs. Mudi
American Eskimo Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Mudis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can American Eskimo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?
American Eskimo Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Mudis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.
Are American Eskimo Dogs good family dogs? What about Mudis?
American Eskimo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Mudis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are American Eskimo Dogs and Mudis?
American Eskimo Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the American Eskimo Dog Easier to Train than the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs are very easy to train.
Mudis are very easy to train.
Is the American Eskimo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the American Eskimo Dog or the Mudi?
American Eskimo Dogs are very good for new dog owners.
Mudis are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the American Eskimo Dog
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mudi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mudi 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 Mudi:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the American Eskimo Dog and how the Mudi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the American Eskimo Dog and of the Mudi to other breeds:
American Eskimo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Mudi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mudi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Mudi versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Mudi versus Chow Chow Mudi versus Brittany Mudi versus Puli Mudi versus Bulldog Mudi versus Belgian Sheepdog Mudi versus Miniature Schnauzer Mudi versus Shichon Mudi versus Akita Chow Mudi versus Xoloitzcuintli Mudi versus Boston Terrier Mudi versus Standard Poodle Mudi versus French Bulldog Mudi versus Shiloh Shepherd Mudi versus Norfolk Terrier Mudi versus American Bulldog Mudi versus Pyrenean Shepherd Mudi versus Boxerdoodle Mudi versus Swedish Vallhund Mudi versus Barbet Mudi versus Puli Mudi versus Dogo Argentino
Conclusion: American Eskimo Dog versus Mudi. 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 Mudi better suits you and your family.