A Detailed Comparison of the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Brussels Griffon: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon 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 Boxerdoodle and for the Brussels Griffon. 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 Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon.

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

Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon: Overview

A very important difference between the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxerdoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Brussels Griffon is a tiny-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Brussels Griffon belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Brussels Griffon 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 Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon

Factor Boxerdoodle Brussels Griffon
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 7 to 8 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 7 to 12 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1899 – $3000
Average Price No Data $2430
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Syringomyelia – Recommend MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) – no database registration
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boxerdoodle 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 Brussels Griffon. 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 Boxerdoodle is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Brussels Griffon is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Boxerdoodle is a better pet than the Brussels Griffon. So, you should get the Boxerdoodle!

    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 Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon

    Below is a list of where the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are most different:

    • Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Brussels Griffons adapt well to apartment living.

    The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon

    The Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are most similar:

    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are very easy to train.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon.

    Boxerdoodles weigh 12 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxerdoodles are 10 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Brussels Griffons weigh 7 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Brussels Griffons are 7 to 8 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon

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

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

    Brussels Griffons live longer than Boxerdoodles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon

    Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Brussels Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Brussels Griffons?

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

    Brussels Griffons shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Brussels Griffon

    Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Brussels Griffons drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Brussels Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Brussels Griffons 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 Boxerdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Brussels Griffons?

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Brussels Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Brussels Griffons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Brussels Griffon

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Brussels Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Brussels Griffons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxerdoodle or the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Brussels Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Brussels Griffons?

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

    Brussels Griffons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Brussels Griffons?

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

    Brussels Griffons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

    Brussels Griffons are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Brussels Griffons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxerdoodle or the Brussels Griffon?

    Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Brussels Griffons are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Brussels Griffon. 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 Boxerdoodle and the Brussels Griffon better suits you and your family.