Which is Better Between the Boxerdoodle and the Pomapoo?

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Boxerdoodle Versus Pomapoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Pomapoo.

Boxerdoodle versus Pomapoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Boxerdoodle and the Pomapoo are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Boxerdoodle and the Pomapoo are not purebred dogs.

Boxerdoodle versus Pomapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Pomapoo 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 Pomapoo

Factor Boxerdoodle Pomapoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 8 to 10 inches
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 5 to 15 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
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 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
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 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1275 – $1900
Average Price No Data $1620
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 Pomapoo. 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 Pomapoo is 82 out of 125.

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

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Pomapoo

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

  • Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pomapoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Boxerdoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pomapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Pomapoo

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

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

Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Pomapoo

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

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

On the other hand, Pomapoos weigh 5 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Pomapoos are 8 to 10 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Pomapoo

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

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

Pomapoos live longer than Boxerdoodles.

Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Pomapoo

Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

Pomapoos do not like to be left alone.

Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Pomapoos?

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

Pomapoos shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Pomapoo

Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Pomapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

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

Pomapoos 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 Pomapoos?

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

Pomapoos bark and howl, but not very much.

Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Pomapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Pomapoo

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

Pomapoos 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 Pomapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Pomapoos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

Pomapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Pomapoos?

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

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

How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Pomapoos?

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

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

Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Pomapoo?

Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

Pomapoos are very easy to train.

Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomapoo?

Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

Pomapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

Pomapoos are very good for new dog owners.

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