Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound.

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Bernedoodle Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Bernedoodle and for the Scottish Deerhound. 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 Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound.

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

Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bernedoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Scottish Deerhound is a giant-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Scottish Deerhound 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.

Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bernedoodle to the Scottish Deerhound 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 Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound

Factor Bernedoodle Scottish Deerhound
Does NOT Shed 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon 8 to 11 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight From 10 to 90 pounds 75 to 110 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 9.5 years
Average Price $2850 No Data
Price Range $2000 – $3500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bernedoodle 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Bernedoodle is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Scottish Deerhound is 67 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bernedoodle is a better pet than the Scottish Deerhound. 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 Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound

    Below is a list of where the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are most different:

    • Bernedoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    The Similarities Between the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound

    The Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are most similar:

    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound.

    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.

    On the other hand, Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound

    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.

    The lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is 9.5 years.

    Bernedoodles live longer than Scottish Deerhounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound

    Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bernedoodles shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bernedoodle or the Scottish Deerhound

    Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernedoodle or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Bernedoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds 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 Bernedoodles Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

    Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bernedoodle vs. Scottish Deerhound

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

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

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernedoodle or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Bernedoodles good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bernedoodles and Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bernedoodle Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Bernedoodles are very easy to train.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Bernedoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernedoodle or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bernedoodle versus Scottish Deerhound. 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 Bernedoodle and the Scottish Deerhound better suits you and your family.