Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Boxerdoodle and the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Rhodesian Ridgeback: Introduction

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

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

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 Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback: Overview

A very important difference between the Boxerdoodle and the Rhodesian Ridgeback is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxerdoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback

Factor Boxerdoodle Rhodesian Ridgeback
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 70 to 85 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
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 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1250 – $1900
Average Price No Data $1620
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination. Exams are recommended annually to age 9, annual recertifcation is required
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is 74 out of 125.

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

    The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

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

    Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

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

    On the other hand, Rhodesian Ridgebacks weigh 70 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Rhodesian Ridgebacks are 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

    Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are very easy to groom.

    Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

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

    Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

    Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not easy to train.

    Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

    Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback better suits you and your family.