Which is Better Between the Bordoodle and the Briard?

by

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Bordoodle Versus Briard: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bordoodle and the Briard 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 Bordoodle and for the Briard. 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 Bordoodle and the Briard.

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

Bordoodle versus Briard: Overview

A very important difference between the Bordoodle and the Briard is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bordoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Briard is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Briard belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Bordoodle versus Briard: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Briard 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 Bordoodle and the Briard

Factor Bordoodle Briard
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 70 to 100 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1890 $2500
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $2500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination at least once between six (6) months and eight (8) years
  • Hip Dysplasia (min age 24 months for all tests)
  • Stationary Night Blindness
    		•

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bordoodle 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 Briard. 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 Bordoodle is 92 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Briard is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bordoodle is a better pet than the Briard. So, you should get the Bordoodle!

    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 Bordoodle and the Briard so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Briard

    Below is a list of where the Bordoodle and the Briard are most different:

    • Bordoodles are very easy to groom. However, Briards require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Briard

    The Bordoodle and the Briard are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bordoodle and the Briard are most similar:

    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are very playful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Briard are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Briard

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bordoodle and the Briard.

    Bordoodles weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Bordoodles are 12 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Briards weigh 70 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Briards are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Briard

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

    The lifespan of Briards is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Briards is 11.0 years.

    Bordoodles live longer than Briards.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Briard

    The average price of the Bordoodle puppy is $1890. The price of the Bordoodle typically ranges from $1200 – $2363. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 29 Bordoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Briard puppy is $2500. The price of the Briard typically ranges from $2500 – $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Briard puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Briard is more expensive than the Bordoodle.

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Briards

    A breakdown of the prices of Briards

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bordoodle puppy or the Briard 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: Bordoodle versus Briard

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Briards can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Briards?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Briard

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Briards do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Briard?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Briard?

    Bordoodles 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.

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

    Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Briards?

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Briards Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Briards can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Briard

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Briards Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bordoodle or the Briard?

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Briards get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Briards?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Briards?

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

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

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Briard?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Briards are very easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Briard?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Briards adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bordoodle or the Briard?

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Briards are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Briard. 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 Bordoodle and the Briard better suits you and your family.