Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Barbet Versus Bernedoodle: Introduction
- Barbet versus Bernedoodle: Overview
- Barbet versus Bernedoodle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bernedoodle
- Size Comparison of Barbet versus Bernedoodle
- Lifespan of Barbet versus Bernedoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bernedoodle
- Do Barbets shed more than Bernedoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle?
- Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bernedoodle?
- Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bernedoodles?
- Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bernedoodle
- Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle?
- Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bernedoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bernedoodles?
- Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bernedoodle?
- Conclusion: Barbet versus Bernedoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Barbet Versus Bernedoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Barbet and the Bernedoodle? 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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle 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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Barbet and the Bernedoodle 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 Barbet and for the Bernedoodle. 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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Barbet or the Bernedoodle.
Barbet versus Bernedoodle: Overview
Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are similar in size. The Barbet and the Bernedoodle are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Barbet belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Bernedoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Barbet versus Bernedoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Barbet to the Bernedoodle 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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle
Factor | Barbet | Bernedoodle |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 13 to 15 years | 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder | From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 37 to 62 pounds | From 10 to 90 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 15.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $2000 – $3500 |
Average Price | No Data | $2850 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Barbet 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 Bernedoodle. 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 Barbet is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bernedoodle is a better pet than the Barbet. So, you should get the Bernedoodle!
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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Bernedoodle
The Barbet and the Bernedoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are most similar:
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle get along well with other dogs.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are very easy to train.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are highly intelligent.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are very playful.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Barbet and the Bernedoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
Size Comparison of Barbet versus Bernedoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Barbet and the Bernedoodle.
Barbets weigh 37 to 62 pounds when fully grown. Barbets are 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Bernedoodles weigh From 10 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Bernedoodles are From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size when fully grown.
Lifespan of Barbet versus Bernedoodle
The lifespan of Barbets is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Barbets is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Bernedoodles is between 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon. The average lifespan of Bernedoodles is 15.0 years.
Bernedoodles live longer than Barbets.
Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Bernedoodle
Barbets do not like to be left alone.
Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Barbets shed more than Bernedoodles?
Barbets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Bernedoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle
Barbets do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle?
Barbets require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bernedoodle?
Barbets have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Bernedoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Bernedoodles?
Barbets bark and howl, but not very much.
Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Barbets can very well tolerate cold weather.
Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Bernedoodle
Barbets have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Bernedoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Barbets can tolerate hot weather.
Bernedoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle?
Barbets get along very well with other dogs.
Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Bernedoodles?
Barbets are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bernedoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Bernedoodles?
Barbets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bernedoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Bernedoodle?
Barbets are very easy to train.
Bernedoodles are very easy to train.
Is the Barbet Better for Apartment Owners than the Bernedoodle?
Barbets adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Barbet or the Bernedoodle?
Barbets are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Barbet versus Bernedoodle. 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 Barbet and the Bernedoodle better suits you and your family.