Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Borzoi and the Pomsky.

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Borzoi Versus Pomsky: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Borzoi and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.

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 Pomsky.

Borzoi versus Pomsky: Overview

A very important difference between the Borzoi and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Borzoi is a giant-sized dog while the Pomsky 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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Borzoi versus Pomsky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Borzoi to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky

Factor Borzoi Pomsky
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Height 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 15 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Weight 55 to 105 pounds 7 to 38 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1560 $2270
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $1500 – $2995
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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Borzoi and the Pomsky

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

    • Borzois are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    The Similarities Between the Borzoi and the Pomsky

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

    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky are not prone to gaining weight easily.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky have low exercise needs.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Borzoi and the Pomsky have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Size Comparison of Borzoi versus Pomsky

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

    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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Borzoi versus Pomsky

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

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

    Pomskys live longer than Borzois.

    Price of Borzoi versus Price of Pomsky

    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 Pomsky puppy is $2270. The price of the Pomsky typically ranges from $1500 – $2995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 823 Pomsky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pomsky is more expensive than the Borzoi.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Borzoi and Pomsky. For different price points, the charts show how many Borzoi puppies or how many Pomsky 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 Pomskys

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomskys

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Borzoi puppy or the Pomsky 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 Pomsky

    Borzois do not like to be left alone.

    Pomskys do not like to be left alone.

    Do Borzois shed more than Pomskys?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Borzoi or the Pomsky

    Borzois do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Borzoi or the Pomsky?

    Borzois are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Borzoi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?

    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.

    Pomskys 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 Pomskys?

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

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

    Can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Borzoi vs. Pomsky

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

    Pomskys do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Borzois get along very well with other dogs.

    Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Borzois good family dogs? What about Pomskys?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Borzois and Pomskys?

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

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

    Is the Borzoi Easier to Train than the Pomsky?

    Borzois are fairly easy to train.

    Pomskys are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Borzoi Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?

    Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Borzois are OK for new dog owners.

    Pomskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Borzoi versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.