Is the Bordoodle Better than the Gordon Setter as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Bordoodle Versus Gordon Setter: Introduction

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

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

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 Gordon Setter.

Bordoodle versus Gordon Setter: Overview

Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are similar in size. The Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter

Factor Bordoodle Gordon Setter
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
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 45 to 80 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
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 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1890 $1230
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $950 – $1500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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    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 Gordon Setter. 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 Gordon Setter is 70 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter

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

    • Bordoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Gordon Setters shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Bordoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Gordon Setters are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter

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

    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are very playful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Gordon Setter are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Gordon Setter

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

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

    On the other hand, Gordon Setters weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Gordon Setters are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Gordon Setter

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

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

    Bordoodles live longer than Gordon Setters.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Gordon Setter

    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 Gordon Setter puppy is $1230. The price of the Gordon Setter typically ranges from $950 – $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Gordon Setter puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bordoodle is more expensive than the Gordon Setter.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bordoodle and Gordon Setter. For different price points, the charts show how many Bordoodle puppies or how many Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setters

    A breakdown of the prices of Gordon Setters

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

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Gordon Setters do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Gordon Setters?

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

    Gordon Setters shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Gordon Setter

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Gordon Setters drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Gordon Setter?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Gordon Setter?

    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.

    Gordon Setters 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 Gordon Setters?

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Gordon Setters Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Gordon Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Gordon Setter

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Gordon Setters Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Gordon Setters can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Gordon Setters do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Gordon Setters?

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

    Gordon Setters are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Gordon Setters?

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

    Gordon Setters get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Gordon Setter?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Gordon Setters are very easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Gordon Setter?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Gordon Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Gordon Setters are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Gordon Setter. 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 Gordon Setter better suits you and your family.