Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bordoodle and the Sussex Spaniel.

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Bordoodle Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction

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

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

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 Sussex Spaniel.

Bordoodle versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Bordoodle and the Sussex Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bordoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Sussex Spaniel is a small-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bordoodle to the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel

Factor Bordoodle Sussex Spaniel
Life Span 12 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Height 12 to 22 inches 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho
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 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
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 35 to 45 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 5/5
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 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 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 Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sussex Spaniel is a better pet than the Bordoodle. So, you should get the Sussex Spaniel!

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 Sussex Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bordoodle and the Sussex Spaniel

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

  • Bordoodles are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Sussex Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers.

The Similarities Between the Bordoodle and the Sussex Spaniel

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

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

Size Comparison of Bordoodle versus Sussex Spaniel

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

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

On the other hand, Sussex Spaniels weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Sussex Spaniels are 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

Lifespan of Bordoodle versus Sussex Spaniel

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

The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.

Bordoodles live longer than Sussex Spaniels.

Tolerates Being Alone: Bordoodle versus Sussex Spaniel

Bordoodles can be left alone only for a short time.

Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

Do Bordoodles shed more than Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Bordoodle or the Sussex Spaniel

Bordoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Bordoodle or the Sussex Spaniel?

Bordoodles are very easy to groom.

Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.

Does the Bordoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?

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.

Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Can Bordoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

Bordoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Bordoodle vs. Sussex Spaniel

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

Sussex Spaniels 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 Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

Bordoodles can tolerate hot weather.

Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

Bordoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

Are Bordoodles good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Bordoodles and Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Bordoodle Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?

Bordoodles are very easy to train.

Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

Is the Bordoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?

Bordoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Bordoodles are very good for new dog owners.

Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Bordoodle versus Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.