Is the Boxerdoodle Better than the Doberman Pinscher as a Pet? Our Answer.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Doberman Pinscher: Introduction

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

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

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 Doberman Pinscher.

Boxerdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher: Overview

A very important difference between the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxerdoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher

Factor Boxerdoodle Doberman Pinscher
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 13 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 60 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.5 years
Price Range No Data $1100 – $2500
Average Price No Data $1910
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
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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 Doberman Pinscher. 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher

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

    • Boxerdoodles get along well with other dogs. However, Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher

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

    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are very easy to train.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Doberman Pinscher are very playful.

    Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher

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

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

    On the other hand, Doberman Pinschers weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Doberman Pinschers are 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher

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

    The lifespan of Doberman Pinschers is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Doberman Pinschers is 11.5 years.

    Doberman Pinschers live longer than Boxerdoodles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher

    Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Doberman Pinschers?

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

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Doberman Pinscher

    Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Doberman Pinscher?

    Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Doberman Pinscher?

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

    Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers?

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Doberman Pinscher

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

    Doberman Pinschers 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 Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Doberman Pinschers?

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

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Doberman Pinschers?

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

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

    Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Doberman Pinscher?

    Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Doberman Pinscher?

    Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher. 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 Doberman Pinscher better suits you and your family.