Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier.

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Bulldog Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Bulldog and for the Patterdale Terrier. 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 Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bulldog or the Patterdale Terrier.

Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are similar in size. The Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Bulldog 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.

On the other hand, the Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bulldog to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier

Factor Bulldog Patterdale Terrier
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 2/5
Height 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 15 inches
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 50 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $4220 $570
Price Range $3000 – $4500 $525 – $550
Temperament Score 71.6 percent 80.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • approved laboratory
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bulldog 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Bulldog is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

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

    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 Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are most different:

    • Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Patterdale Terriers can tolerate cold weather.
    • Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
    • Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Patterdale Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Bulldogs not very intelligent. However, Patterdale Terriers are highly intelligent.
    • Bulldogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Patterdale Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Bulldogs adapt well to apartment living. However, Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool. However, Patterdale Terriers do not have the tendency to drool.

    The Similarities Between the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier

    The Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are most similar:

    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are very playful.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to groom.

    Size Comparison of Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier.

    Bulldogs weigh 40 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Bulldogs are 12 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

    Patterdale Terriers live longer than Bulldogs.

    Temperament of the Bulldog Versus the Patterdale Terrier

    The Patterdale Terrier has a better temperament than the Bulldog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 percent while the temperament score for the Bulldog is 71.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 71.6 percent, the Bulldog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 141 Bulldogs and 5 Patterdale Terriers.

    Price of Bulldog versus Price of Patterdale Terrier

    The average price of the Bulldog puppy is $4220. The price of the Bulldog typically ranges from $3000 – $4500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 595 Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $570. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $525 – $550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Bulldog is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bulldog and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Bulldog puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bulldog puppy or the Patterdale Terrier 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: Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier

    Bulldogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bulldogs shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

    Bulldogs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Bulldog or the Patterdale Terrier

    Bulldogs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bulldog or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs 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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

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

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bulldog vs. Patterdale Terrier

    Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bulldog or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bulldogs and Patterdale Terriers?

    Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Bulldog Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bulldog or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bulldog versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Bulldog and the Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.