Which is Better Between the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound?

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Bordoodle Versus Irish Wolfhound: Introduction

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

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

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 Irish Wolfhound.

Bordoodle versus Irish Wolfhound: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Irish Wolfhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Bordoodle versus Irish Wolfhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhound

Factor Bordoodle Irish Wolfhound
Life Span 12 to 15 years 6 to 8 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 32 to 35 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 115 to 180 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 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 1/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 7.0 years
Average Price $1890 $1730
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $1000 – $2100
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
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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 Irish Wolfhound. 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 Irish Wolfhound is 82 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound

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

    • Bordoodles are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Irish Wolfhounds are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Bordoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Irish Wolfhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Bordoodles adapt well to apartment living. However, Irish Wolfhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Bordoodles are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Irish Wolfhounds have the tendency to develop certain health problems.

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound

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

    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are very playful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Irish Wolfhound are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Irish Wolfhound

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

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

    On the other hand, Irish Wolfhounds weigh 115 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Irish Wolfhounds are 32 to 35 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Irish Wolfhound

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

    The lifespan of Irish Wolfhounds is between 6 to 8 years. The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhounds is 7.0 years.

    Bordoodles live longer than Irish Wolfhounds.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Irish Wolfhound

    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 Irish Wolfhound puppy is $1730. The price of the Irish Wolfhound typically ranges from $1000 – $2100. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 58 Irish Wolfhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bordoodle is more expensive than the Irish Wolfhound.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bordoodle and Irish Wolfhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Bordoodle puppies or how many Irish Wolfhound 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 Irish Wolfhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Irish Wolfhounds

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

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Irish Wolfhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Irish Wolfhound

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Irish Wolfhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Irish Wolfhound?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

    Irish Wolfhounds are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Wolfhound?

    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.

    Irish Wolfhounds 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 Irish Wolfhounds?

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Irish Wolfhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Irish Wolfhound

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Wolfhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Irish Wolfhounds cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Irish Wolfhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Irish Wolfhounds?

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

    Irish Wolfhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Irish Wolfhound?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Irish Wolfhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Irish Wolfhound?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Irish Wolfhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Irish Wolfhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Irish Wolfhound. 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 Irish Wolfhound better suits you and your family.