Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bordoodle and the Labrador Retriever.

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Bordoodle Versus Labrador Retriever: Introduction

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

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

Bordoodle versus Labrador Retriever: Overview

A very important difference between the Bordoodle and the Labrador Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bordoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Labrador Retriever is a large-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Labrador 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bordoodle and the Labrador Retriever

Factor Bordoodle Labrador Retriever
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 55 to 80 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
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 $1890 $1290
Price Range $1200 – $2363 $850 – $1500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Centronuclear Myopathy
  • D Locus (Dilute) DNA Test
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • prcd-PRA DNA 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 Labrador 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 the Bordoodle is 92 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Labrador Retriever is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bordoodle is a better pet than the Labrador 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 Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever

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

    • Bordoodles are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Labrador Retrievers are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Bordoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Labrador Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Bordoodles do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Labrador Retrievers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Bordoodles adapt well to apartment living. However, Labrador Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Labrador Retriever

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

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

    Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Labrador Retriever

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

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

    On the other hand, Labrador Retrievers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Labrador Retrievers are 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Labrador Retriever

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

    The lifespan of Labrador Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Labrador Retrievers is 11.0 years.

    Bordoodles live longer than Labrador Retrievers.

    Price of Bordoodle versus Price of Labrador Retriever

    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 Labrador Retriever puppy is $1290. The price of the Labrador Retriever typically ranges from $850 – $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1413 Labrador Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bordoodle is more expensive than the Labrador Retriever.

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Labrador Retrievers

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

    Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Labrador Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bordoodles shed more than Labrador Retrievers?

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

    Labrador Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Labrador Retriever

    Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Labrador Retrievers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Labrador Retriever?

    Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

    Labrador Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Labrador 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.

    Labrador Retrievers 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.

    Do Bordoodles Bark and Howl? What about Labrador Retrievers?

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

    Labrador Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Labrador Retrievers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Labrador Retriever

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

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

    Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Labrador Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

    Labrador Retrievers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Labrador Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Labrador Retrievers?

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

    Labrador Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Labrador Retrievers?

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

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

    Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Labrador Retriever?

    Bordoodles are very easy to train.

    Labrador Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Labrador Retriever?

    Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Labrador Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Labrador Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Labrador 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 Labrador Retriever better suits you and your family.