Which is Better between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Boykin Spaniel Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle? 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Boykin Spaniel and for the Saint Berdoodle. 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boykin Spaniel or the Saint Berdoodle.

Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Saint Berdoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Boykin Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

On the other hand, the Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boykin Spaniel to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle

Factor Boykin Spaniel Saint Berdoodle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 8 to 12 years
Height 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 30 inches
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Weight 25 to 40 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 10.0 years
Average Price $1130 $2020
Price Range $962 – $1450 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • 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 Boykin Spaniel 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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Boykin Spaniel is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Boykin Spaniel. So, you should get the Saint Berdoodle!

    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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle

    Below is a list of where the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are most different:

  • Boykin Spaniels require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle

    The Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle.

    Boykin Spaniels weigh 25 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Boykin Spaniels are 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    Boykin Spaniels live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Boykin Spaniel versus Price of Saint Berdoodle

    The average price of the Boykin Spaniel puppy is $1130. The price of the Boykin Spaniel typically ranges from $962 – $1450. However, the price of a Boykin Spaniel can be as low as $100 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 82 Boykin Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Berdoodle is more expensive than the Boykin Spaniel.

    Boykin Spaniel Saint Berdoodle
    Average Price $1130 $2020
    Price Range $962 to $1450 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Boykin Spaniel and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Boykin Spaniel puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Boykin Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Boykin Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Boykin Spaniel puppy or the Saint Berdoodle puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle

    Boykin Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Boykin Spaniels shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

    Boykin Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saint Berdoodle

    Boykin Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saint Berdoodle?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Boykin Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Boykin Spaniels 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.

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

    Do Boykin Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

    Boykin Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Boykin Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Boykin Spaniel vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

    Saint Berdoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Boykin Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Boykin Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Boykin Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Boykin Spaniels good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

    Boykin Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Boykin Spaniels and Saint Berdoodles?

    Boykin Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Boykin Spaniel Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Boykin Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Boykin Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Boykin Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boykin Spaniel or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Boykin Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Boykin Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Boykin Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Boykin Spaniel:

  • Australian Shepherd (79 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Australian Shepherd.
  • Bearded Collie (77 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Bearded Collie.
  • Curly-Coated Retriever (75 percent match with Boykin Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Curly-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Saint Berdoodle that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Saint Berdoodle:

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Boykin Spaniel vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Boykin Spaniel vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Boykin Spaniel vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Boykin Spaniel vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Boykin Spaniel and how the Saint Berdoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Boykin Spaniel and of the Saint Berdoodle to other breeds:

    Boykin Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Boykin Spaniel versus Pomchi     Boykin Spaniel versus Coton de Tulear     Boykin Spaniel versus Maltipoo     Boykin Spaniel versus Chorkie     Boykin Spaniel versus Maltese     Boykin Spaniel versus Lakeland Terrier     Boykin Spaniel versus Shiloh Shepherd     Boykin Spaniel versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Boykin Spaniel versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Boykin Spaniel versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Boykin Spaniel versus Plott     Boykin Spaniel versus Great Dane     Boykin Spaniel versus Berger Picard     Boykin Spaniel versus Toy Poodle     Boykin Spaniel versus Pomeranian     Boykin Spaniel versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Boykin Spaniel versus Japanese Spitz     Boykin Spaniel versus Belgian Malinois     Boykin Spaniel versus Coton de Tulear     Boykin Spaniel versus Fila Brasileiro     Boykin Spaniel versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Boykin Spaniel versus Basenji     Boykin Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Boykin Spaniel versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Boykin Spaniel versus Dachshund     

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Bulldog     Saint Berdoodle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Akita     Saint Berdoodle versus Border Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Cavapoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Goldendoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Saint Berdoodle versus Lancashire Heeler     Saint Berdoodle versus Coton de Tulear     Saint Berdoodle versus Miniature Pinscher     Saint Berdoodle versus Briard     Saint Berdoodle versus Norwegian Lundehund     Saint Berdoodle versus Westiepoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Boykin Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Maltese     Saint Berdoodle versus Gordon Setter     Saint Berdoodle versus Lhasa Apso     Saint Berdoodle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus King Shepherd     Saint Berdoodle versus Australian Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Border Collie     Saint Berdoodle versus Beaglier     Saint Berdoodle versus Bracco Italiano     

    Conclusion: Boykin Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Boykin Spaniel and the Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.