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

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Bordoodle Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

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

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 Kooikerhondje.

Bordoodle versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

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

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje

Factor Bordoodle Kooikerhondje
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
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 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
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 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
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 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1890 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $2363 No Data
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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Bordoodles do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Bordoodles are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
  • Bordoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Kooikerhondje

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

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

Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Kooikerhondje

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

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

On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Kooikerhondje

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

The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

Bordoodles live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

Tolerates Being Alone: Bordoodle versus Kooikerhondje

Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

Do Bordoodles shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

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

Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Kooikerhondje

Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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.

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

Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

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

Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Kooikerhondje

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

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

Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Kooikerhondjes?

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

Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

Bordoodles are very easy to train.

Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

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