Differences and Similarities between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi.

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Carolina Dog Versus Mudi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Mudi? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Carolina Dog and the Mudi 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 Carolina Dog and the Mudi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Mudi 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 Carolina Dog and for the Mudi. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Carolina Dog or the Mudi

Carolina Dog versus Mudi: Overview

A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Mudi is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Carolina Dog 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.

On the other hand, the Mudi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Carolina Dog versus Mudi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Mudi 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.

Factor Carolina Dog Mudi
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Height 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder 14 to 20 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 18 to 29 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $500 No Data
Price Range $500 – $500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Clear By Parentage
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity
  • Patellar Luxation
  • WSU VCPL
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog 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 Mudi. 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 a Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Mudi is 76 out of 125.

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

    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 Carolina Dog and the Mudi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi

    Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are most different:

  • Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Mudis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Carolina Dogs are not easy to train. However, Mudis are very easy to train.
  • Carolina Dogs get along well with other dogs. However, Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Carolina Dogs do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Mudis do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    • The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi

    The Carolina Dog and the Mudi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are most similar:

  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Carolina Dog and the Mudi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Mudi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Mudi.

    Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Mudis weigh 18 to 29 pounds when fully grown. Mudis are 14 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Mudi

    Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Mudis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Mudis?

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

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

    Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Mudis are very good for new dog owners.

    Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Mudis?

    Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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

    Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Mudi

    Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mudis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.

    Mudis are very easy to train.

    How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Mudis?

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

    Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Mudi

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

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

    Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mudis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Mudis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mudis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Mudis?

    Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Mudis shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Mudis are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mudi?

    Carolina Dogs 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.

    Mudis 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mudi 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 Mudi:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (79 percent match with Mudi). Here is our comparison of the Carolina Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • German Pinscher (79 percent match with Mudi). Here is our comparison of the Carolina Dog vs German Pinscher.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mudi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog:

  • Treeing Tennessee Brindle (75 percent match with Carolina Dog). Here is our comparison of the Mudi vs Treeing Tennessee Brindle.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Mudi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Mudi to other breeds:

    Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Carolina Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer     Carolina Dog versus Pomsky     Carolina Dog versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Carolina Dog versus Field Spaniel     Carolina Dog versus Labradoodle     Carolina Dog versus Airedale Terrier     Carolina Dog versus Shetland Sheepdog     Carolina Dog versus Borzoi     Carolina Dog versus Belgian Sheepdog     Carolina Dog versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

    Mudi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mudi versus Briard     Mudi versus Patterdale Terrier     Mudi versus Yorkipoo     Mudi versus Japanese Chin     Mudi versus Australian Shepherd     Mudi versus Bulldog     Mudi versus Canaan Dog     Mudi versus Standard Poodle     Mudi versus Australian Kelpie     Mudi versus Pointer     

    Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Mudi. 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 Carolina Dog and the Mudi better suits you and your family.