Is the Aussiedoodle Better than the Saluki as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Aussiedoodle Versus Saluki: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki? 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 Aussiedoodle and the Saluki 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 Aussiedoodle and the Saluki.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki 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 Aussiedoodle and for the Saluki. 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 Aussiedoodle and the Saluki.

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

Aussiedoodle versus Saluki: Overview

A very important difference between the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Aussiedoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Saluki is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Saluki 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.

Aussiedoodle versus Saluki: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Aussiedoodle to the Saluki 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 Aussiedoodle and the Saluki

Factor Aussiedoodle Saluki
Life Span 10 to 13 years 12 to 14 years
Height 10 to 15 inches 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Weight 25 to 70 pounds 35 to 70 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1830 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2400 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Aussiedoodle 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 Saluki. 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 Aussiedoodle is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki

Below is a list of where the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are most different:

  • Aussiedoodles are very friendly towards strangers. However, Salukis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Aussiedoodles have a very high tendency to drool. However, Salukis do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Aussiedoodles gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Salukis are not prone to gaining weight easily.

The Similarities Between the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki

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

  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are very easy to train.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki are very playful.

Size Comparison of Aussiedoodle versus Saluki

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Aussiedoodle and the Saluki.

Aussiedoodles weigh 25 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Aussiedoodles are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

Lifespan of Aussiedoodle versus Saluki

The lifespan of Aussiedoodles is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Aussiedoodles is 11.5 years.

The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.

Salukis live longer than Aussiedoodles.

Tolerates Being Alone: Aussiedoodle versus Saluki

Aussiedoodles do not like to be left alone.

Salukis do not like to be left alone.

Do Aussiedoodles shed more than Salukis?

Aussiedoodles shed moderately.

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

Which one drools more, the Aussiedoodle or the Saluki

Aussiedoodles have a very high tendency to drool.

Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Aussiedoodle or the Saluki?

Aussiedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

Salukis are very easy to groom.

Does the Aussiedoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?

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

Salukis 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 Aussiedoodles Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?

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

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

Can Aussiedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?

Aussiedoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

Wanderlust Potential: Aussiedoodle vs. Saluki

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

Salukis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Aussiedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Aussiedoodle or the Saluki?

Aussiedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

Salukis get along very well with other dogs.

Are Aussiedoodles good family dogs? What about Salukis?

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

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

How Kid-friendly are Aussiedoodles and Salukis?

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

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

Is the Aussiedoodle Easier to Train than the Saluki?

Aussiedoodles are very easy to train.

Salukis are very easy to train.

Is the Aussiedoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?

Aussiedoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Aussiedoodle or the Saluki?

Aussiedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Aussiedoodle versus Saluki. 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 Aussiedoodle and the Saluki better suits you and your family.