Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Boerboel Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction
- Boerboel versus Chinese Crested: Overview
- Boerboel versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested
- The Similarities Between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested
- Size Comparison of Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
- Lifespan of Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
- Temperament of the Boerboel Versus the Chinese Crested
- Price of Boerboel versus Price of Chinese Crested
- Health Problems of Boerboel versus Health Problems of Chinese Crested
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
- Do Boerboels shed more than Chinese Cresteds?
- Which one drools more, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested?
- Does the Boerboel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?
- Do Boerboels Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?
- Can Boerboels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boerboel vs. Chinese Crested
- Can Boerboels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested?
- Are Boerboels good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?
- How Kid-friendly are Boerboels and Chinese Cresteds?
- Is the Boerboel Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?
- Conclusion: Boerboel versus Chinese Crested. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boerboel Versus Chinese Crested: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested? 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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested 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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested 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 Boerboel and for the Chinese Crested. 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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested.
Boerboel versus Chinese Crested: Overview
A very important difference between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boerboel is a giant-sized dog while the Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Boerboel 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 Chinese Crested 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.
Boerboel versus Chinese Crested: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boerboel to the Chinese Crested 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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested
| Factor | Boerboel | Chinese Crested |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 110 to 200 pounds | Up to 12 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 22 to 28 inches | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2660 | $1500 |
| Price Range | $2225 – $3000 | $1000 – $1800 |
| Temperament Score | 94.7 percent | 76.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boerboel 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 Chinese Crested. 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 Boerboel is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Boerboel. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested
Below is a list of where the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are most different:
- Boerboels do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chinese Cresteds adapt well to apartment living.
- Boerboels have a very high tendency to drool. However, Chinese Cresteds do not have the tendency to drool.
- Boerboels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
- Boerboels do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Chinese Cresteds do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
The Similarities Between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested
The Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are most similar:
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested can tolerate hot weather.
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are highly intelligent.
- Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are very playful.
Size Comparison of Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested.
Boerboels weigh 110 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Boerboels are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
The lifespan of Boerboels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boerboels is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
Chinese Cresteds live longer than Boerboels.
Temperament of the Boerboel Versus the Chinese Crested
The Boerboel has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Boerboel is 94.7 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 94.7 percent, the Boerboel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested by measuring the temperaments of 57 Boerboels and 34 Chinese Cresteds.
Price of Boerboel versus Price of Chinese Crested
The average price of the Boerboel puppy is $2660. The price of the Boerboel typically ranges from $2225 – $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 58 Boerboel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1500. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 88 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Boerboel is more expensive than the Chinese Crested.
The charts below show the price distribution for the Boerboel and Chinese Crested. For different price points, the charts show how many Boerboel puppies or how many Chinese Crested puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Boerboels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boerboel puppy or the Chinese Crested 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.
Health Problems of Boerboel versus Health Problems of Chinese Crested
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Boerboel and the Chinese Crested are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Chinese Crested is prone to more genetic health problems than the Boerboel.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chinese Crested than for the Boerboel.
6 health tests are recommended for Boerboel while 8 tests are recommended for the Chinese Crested.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Boerboels and in Chinese Cresteds.
Boerboel Health Problems
Boerboels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Boerboel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Boerboel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Boerboel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Boerboels for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Boerboels here.
Chinese Crested Health Problems
Chinese Cresteds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chinese Crested puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Chinese Crested puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chinese Crested breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chinese Cresteds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chinese Cresteds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Boerboel versus Chinese Crested
Boerboels do not like to be left alone.
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Do Boerboels shed more than Chinese Cresteds?
Boerboels shed moderately.
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested
Boerboels have a very high tendency to drool.
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels are very easy to groom.
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Boerboel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Boerboels Bark and Howl? What about Chinese Cresteds?
Boerboels bark and howl, but not very much.
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Boerboels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boerboels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Boerboel vs. Chinese Crested
Boerboels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Boerboels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boerboels can tolerate hot weather.
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels do not get along well with other dogs.
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Boerboels good family dogs? What about Chinese Cresteds?
Boerboels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Boerboels and Chinese Cresteds?
Boerboels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Boerboel Easier to Train than the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels are not easy to train.
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Is the Boerboel Better for Apartment Owners than the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boerboel or the Chinese Crested?
Boerboels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Boerboel versus Chinese Crested. 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 Boerboel and the Chinese Crested better suits you and your family.