Breed Comparison: Borzoi Versus Patterdale Terrier

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Borzoi Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Borzoi and for the Patterdale Terrier. 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 Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Borzoi or the Patterdale Terrier.

Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Borzoi is a giant-sized dog while the Patterdale Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Borzoi 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.

On the other hand, the Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Borzoi to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier

Factor Borzoi Patterdale Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Height 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 15 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Weight 55 to 105 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1560 $570
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $525 – $550
Temperament Score 90.1 percent 80.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Borzoi 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Borzoi is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Borzoi is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. So, you should get the Borzoi!

    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 Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:

    • Borzois adapt well to apartment living. However, Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    The Similarities Between the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier

    The Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to groom.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Size Comparison of Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier.

    Borzois weigh 55 to 105 pounds when fully grown. Borzois are 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

    Patterdale Terriers live longer than Borzois.

    Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Patterdale Terrier

    The Borzoi has a better temperament than the Patterdale Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Borzoi is 90.1 percent while the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 90.1 percent, the Borzoi has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 111 Borzois and 5 Patterdale Terriers.

    Price of Borzoi versus Price of Patterdale Terrier

    The average price of the Borzoi puppy is $1560. The price of the Borzoi typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 7 Borzoi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $570. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $525 – $550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Borzoi is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Borzoi and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Borzoi puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Borzois. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Borzois. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Borzoi puppy or the Patterdale Terrier 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: Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier

    Borzois do not like to be left alone.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Borzois shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

    Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Borzoi or the Patterdale Terrier

    Borzois do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Borzoi or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois are very easy to groom.

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Borzoi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois 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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Borzois Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

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

    Can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Borzoi vs. Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Borzoi or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois get along very well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Borzois good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Borzois and Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Borzoi Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois are fairly easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Borzoi Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Borzoi or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Borzois are OK for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Borzoi versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Borzoi and the Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.