Breed Comparison: Bordoodle Versus Cavachon

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Bordoodle Versus Cavachon: Introduction

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

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

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 Cavachon.

Bordoodle versus Cavachon: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Bordoodle and the Cavachon are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Bordoodle and the Cavachon are not purebred dogs.

Bordoodle versus Cavachon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Cavachon 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 Cavachon

Factor Bordoodle Cavachon
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 12 to 13 inches
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 15 to 35 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1890 $2190
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $1800 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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 Cavachon. 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 Cavachon is 87 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Cavachon

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

  • Bordoodles are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Cavachons are very friendly towards strangers.

The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Cavachon

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

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

Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Cavachon

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

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

On the other hand, Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Cavachon

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

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

Bordoodles live longer than Cavachons.

Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Cavachon

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 Cavachon puppy is $2190. The price of the Cavachon typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 262 Cavachon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

The Cavachon is more expensive than the Bordoodle.

The charts below show the price distribution for the Bordoodle and Cavachon. For different price points, the charts show how many Bordoodle puppies or how many Cavachon 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 Cavachons

A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons

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

Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

Do Bordoodles shed more than Cavachons?

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

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

Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Cavachon

Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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.

Cavachons 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 Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Cavachons?

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

Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Cavachon

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

Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather?

Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Cavachons?

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

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

How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Cavachons?

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

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

Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Cavachon?

Bordoodles are very easy to train.

Cavachons are very easy to train.

Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Cavachon?

Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Cavachon. 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 Cavachon better suits you and your family.