Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Boxerdoodle and the Lhasa Apso.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction

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

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

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 Lhasa Apso.

Boxerdoodle versus Lhasa Apso: Overview

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

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso

Factor Boxerdoodle Lhasa Apso
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 12 to 15 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
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 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
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 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $1996
Average Price No Data $1780
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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 Lhasa Apso. 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 Lhasa Apso is 79 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Lhasa Apso

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

  • Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Lhasa Apsos adapt well to apartment living.

The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Lhasa Apso

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

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

Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Lhasa Apso

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

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

On the other hand, Lhasa Apsos weigh 12 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasa Apsos are 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Lhasa Apso

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

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

Lhasa Apsos live longer than Boxerdoodles.

Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Lhasa Apso

Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.

Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Lhasa Apsos?

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

Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Lhasa Apso

Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Lhasa Apso?

Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

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

Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?

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

Lhasa Apsos 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 Boxerdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?

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

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

Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?

Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Lhasa Apso

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

Lhasa Apsos 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 Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?

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

Lhasa Apsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Lhasa Apsos?

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

Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?

Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.

Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasa Apso?

Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Lhasa Apso. 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 Lhasa Apso better suits you and your family.