Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bordoodle and the Saluki.

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Bordoodle Versus Saluki: Introduction

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

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

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 Saluki.

Bordoodle versus Saluki: Overview

A very important difference between the Bordoodle and the Saluki is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bordoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Saluki 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 Saluki 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 Saluki: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Saluki 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 Saluki

Factor Bordoodle Saluki
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
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 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Weight 30 to 60 pounds 35 to 70 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
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 Saluki. 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 Saluki is 74 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Saluki

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

  • Bordoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Salukis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Bordoodles adapt well to apartment living. However, Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Saluki

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

  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are very easy to train.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are very playful.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Bordoodle and the Saluki are highly intelligent.

Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Saluki

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

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

On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Saluki

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

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

Bordoodles live longer than Salukis.

Tolerates Being Alone: Bordoodle versus Saluki

Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

Salukis do not like to be left alone.

Do Bordoodles shed more than Salukis?

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

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

Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Saluki

Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

Salukis are very easy to groom.

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

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.

Salukis 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 Salukis?

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

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

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

Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

Salukis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Saluki

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

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

Can Bordoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?

Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

Salukis get along very well with other dogs.

Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Salukis?

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

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

How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Salukis?

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

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

Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Saluki?

Bordoodles are very easy to train.

Salukis are very easy to train.

Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?

Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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