A Detailed Comparison of the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Chow Chow: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow. 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 Chow Chow.

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 Chow Chow.

Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Chow Chow belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow

Factor Boxerdoodle Chow Chow
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 40 to 70 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $2500
Average Price No Data $1810
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Chow Chow. 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 Chow Chow is 69 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow

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

    • Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone. However, Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.
    • Boxerdoodles are not prone to nip and chew at things. However, Chow Chows are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Boxerdoodles get along well with other dogs. However, Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Boxerdoodles are highly intelligent. However, Chow Chows not very intelligent.
    • Boxerdoodles are very playful. However, Chow Chows not very playful.

    The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow

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

    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chow Chow gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.

    Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow

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

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

    On the other hand, Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow

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

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

    Chow Chows live longer than Boxerdoodles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow

    Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Chow Chows?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Chow Chow

    Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Chow Chows drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Chow Chow?

    Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

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

    Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chow Chow?

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

    Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows?

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Chow Chow

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Chow Chows?

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

    Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Chow Chows?

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

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

    Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Chow Chow?

    Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

    Chow Chows are not easy to train.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Chow Chow?

    Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Chow Chow. 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 Chow Chow better suits you and your family.