Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin.

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Bordoodle Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction

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

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

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 Japanese Chin.

Bordoodle versus Japanese Chin: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Japanese Chin belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Bordoodle versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin

Factor Bordoodle Japanese Chin
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 4 to 9 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1890 $2110
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $1800 – $2425
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination, minimum age 3 years
  • Gangliosidosis (GM2)
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Japanese Chin. 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 Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125.

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

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin

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

    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are good for new dog owners.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are very easy to train.
    • Both the Bordoodle and the Japanese Chin are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Japanese Chin

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

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

    On the other hand, Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Japanese Chin

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

    The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.

    Bordoodles live longer than Japanese Chins.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Japanese Chin

    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 Japanese Chin puppy is $2110. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1800 – $2425. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 32 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Bordoodle.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bordoodle and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many Bordoodle puppies or how many Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chins

    A breakdown of the prices of Japanese Chins

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

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Japanese Chin

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Japanese Chin?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

    Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?

    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.

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

    Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Japanese Chin

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

    Japanese Chins 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 Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Japanese Chins?

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

    Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Japanese Chins are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Japanese Chin. 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 Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.