Differences and Similarities between the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

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Bordoodle Versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

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 Flat-Coated Retriever

Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Overview

Both the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever are similar in size. The Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever are both medium-sized dogs.

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

On the other hand, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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.

Factor Bordoodle Flat-Coated Retriever
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
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 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 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 55 to 70 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
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 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1680 $1350
Price Range $1000 – $2150 $1150 – $1800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    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 Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 a Bordoodle is 92 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever

    Below is a list of where the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most different:

  • Bordoodles are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Flat-Coated Retrievers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Bordoodles adapt well to apartment living. However, Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever

    The Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most similar:

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

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bordoodle and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

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

    On the other hand, Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Flat-Coated Retriever

    The average price of the Bordoodle puppy is $1680. The price of the Bordoodle typically ranges from $1000 – $2150. However, the price of a Bordoodle can be as low as $700 and as high as $3386. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 46 Bordoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bordoodle is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.

    Bordoodle Flat-Coated Retriever
    Average Price $1680 $1350
    Price Range $1000 to $2150 $1150 to $1800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bordoodle and Flat-Coated Retriever. For different price points, the charts show how many Bordoodle puppies or how many Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers

    A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bordoodle puppy or the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Flat-Coated Retrievers?

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Flat-Coated Retriever

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    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.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bordoodle or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Flat-Coated Retriever

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bordoodle or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Flat-Coated Retrievers?

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bordoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bordoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bordoodle:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (81 percent match with Bordoodle). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Japanese Spitz (81 percent match with Bordoodle). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Japanese Spitz.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Flat-Coated Retriever:

  • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (81 percent match with Flat-Coated Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Bordoodle vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Bordoodle and how the Flat-Coated Retriever compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Bordoodle and of the Flat-Coated Retriever to other breeds:

    Bordoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bordoodle versus Biewer Terrier     Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Bordoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Bordoodle versus Toy Poodle     Bordoodle versus Beagle     Bordoodle versus Samoyed     Bordoodle versus Toy Poodle     Bordoodle versus American Hairless Terrier     Bordoodle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Bordoodle versus Siberian Husky     

    Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boston Terrier     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boxer     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bracco Italiano     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pharaoh Hound     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Cavachon     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Rottweiler     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pointer     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Jack Russell Terrier     Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lakeland Terrier     

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever better suits you and your family.