A Detailed Comparison of the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier.

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Bernedoodle Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier.

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 Silky Terrier.

Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bernedoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Silky Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Silky Terrier 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.

Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bernedoodle to the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier

Factor Bernedoodle Silky Terrier
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 18 years. Tiny Bernedoodles tend to live lon 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height From 10 to 29 inches tall at the shoulder, as size 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight From 10 to 90 pounds 8 to 10 pounds
Average Lifespan 15.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2850 $2040
Price Range $2000 – $3500 $1800 – $2738
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier are most different:

    • Bernedoodles can tolerate cold weather. However, Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    The Similarities Between the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier

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

    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bernedoodle and the Silky Terrier.

    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, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier

    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 Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Bernedoodles live longer than Silky Terriers.

    Price of Bernedoodle versus Price of Silky Terrier

    The average price of the Bernedoodle puppy is $2850. The price of the Bernedoodle typically ranges from $2000 – $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1080 Bernedoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Silky Terrier puppy is $2040. The price of the Silky Terrier typically ranges from $1800 – $2738. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 27 Silky Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bernedoodle is more expensive than the Silky Terrier.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bernedoodle and Silky Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Bernedoodle puppies or how many Silky Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bernedoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bernedoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Silky Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Silky Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bernedoodle puppy or the Silky Terrier 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier

    Bernedoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Bernedoodles shed more than Silky Terriers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Bernedoodle or the Silky Terrier

    Bernedoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bernedoodle or the Silky Terrier?

    Bernedoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bernedoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?

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

    Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terriers?

    Bernedoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bernedoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bernedoodle vs. Silky Terrier

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

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

    Can Bernedoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bernedoodle or the Silky Terrier?

    Bernedoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Bernedoodles good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?

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

    Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bernedoodles and Silky Terriers?

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

    Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Bernedoodle Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?

    Bernedoodles are very easy to train.

    Silky Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Bernedoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?

    Bernedoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bernedoodle or the Silky Terrier?

    Bernedoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Silky Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bernedoodle versus Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.