Breed Comparison: Black Russian Terrier Versus Goldendoodle

by

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Black Russian Terrier Versus Goldendoodle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle 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 Black Russian Terrier and for the Goldendoodle. 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 Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle.

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

Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Black Russian Terrier is a giant-sized dog while the Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Black Russian Terrier belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Black Russian Terrier to the Goldendoodle 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 Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle

Factor Black Russian Terrier Goldendoodle
Life Span 10 to 11 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
Height 26 to 28 inches at the shoulder 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 80 to 140 pounds 50 to 90 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $3050 $2170
Price Range $2600 – $3500 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Agouti DNA Test
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dominant Black DNA Test
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Black Russian Terrier 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 Goldendoodle. 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 Black Russian Terrier is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Black Russian Terrier. So, you should get the Goldendoodle!

    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 Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle

    Below is a list of where the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are most different:

    • Black Russian Terriers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Goldendoodles get along well with other dogs.
    • Black Russian Terriers are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Goldendoodles are not prone to nip and chew at things.

    The Similarities Between the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle

    The Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are most similar:

    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle 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 Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are very easy to train.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle.

    Black Russian Terriers weigh 80 to 140 pounds when fully grown. Black Russian Terriers are 26 to 28 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle

    The lifespan of Black Russian Terriers is between 10 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Black Russian Terriers is 10.5 years.

    The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.

    Goldendoodles live longer than Black Russian Terriers.

    Price of Black Russian Terrier versus Price of Goldendoodle

    The average price of the Black Russian Terrier puppy is $3050. The price of the Black Russian Terrier typically ranges from $2600 – $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Black Russian Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Black Russian Terrier is more expensive than the Goldendoodle.

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Black Russian Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Black Russian Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Black Russian Terrier puppy or the Goldendoodle 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: Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle

    Black Russian Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Black Russian Terriers shed more than Goldendoodles?

    Black Russian Terriers shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Black Russian Terrier or the Goldendoodle

    Black Russian Terriers drool moderately.

    Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Black Russian Terrier or the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Black Russian Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Goldendoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Black Russian Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Goldendoodles?

    Black Russian Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Black Russian Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Black Russian Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Black Russian Terrier vs. Goldendoodle

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

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

    Can Black Russian Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Black Russian Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Black Russian Terrier or the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Black Russian Terriers good family dogs? What about Goldendoodles?

    Black Russian Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Black Russian Terriers and Goldendoodles?

    Black Russian Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Black Russian Terrier Easier to Train than the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers are very easy to train.

    Goldendoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Black Russian Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Black Russian Terrier or the Goldendoodle?

    Black Russian Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Black Russian Terrier versus Goldendoodle. 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 Black Russian Terrier and the Goldendoodle better suits you and your family.