Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Pyredoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Pyredoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Pyredoodle
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Pyredoodles?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle? 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 Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle.
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 Pyredoodle.
Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Pyredoodle is a large-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 Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Pyredoodle 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 Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle
Factor | Carolina Dog | Pyredoodle |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 15 to 32 inches |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 85 to 100 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
Average Price | $500 | $1390 |
Price Range | $500 – $500 | $1250 – $1600 |
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 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyredoodle is a better pet than the Carolina Dog. So, you should get the Pyredoodle!
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 Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle
The Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Pyredoodle.
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, Pyredoodles weigh 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Pyredoodles are 15 to 32 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pyredoodles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Pyredoodles is 11.0 years.
Carolina Dogs live longer than Pyredoodles.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Pyredoodle
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Pyredoodle puppy is $1390. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $1600. However, the price of the Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 24 Pyredoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pyredoodle is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
Carolina Dog | Pyredoodle | |
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Average Price | $500 | $1390 |
Price Range | $500 to $500 | $1250 to $1600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Pyredoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Pyredoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Pyredoodle 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: Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Pyredoodles?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
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.
Pyredoodles 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 Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Pyredoodle
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Pyredoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Pyredoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Pyredoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Pyredoodles?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pyredoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyredoodle?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Pyredoodle?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pyredoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Pyredoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Pyredoodle to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Neapolitan Mastiff Carolina Dog versus Spinone Italiano Carolina Dog versus Manchester Terrier Carolina Dog versus Komondor Carolina Dog versus German Wirehaired Pointer Carolina Dog versus Belgian Malinois Carolina Dog versus Bouvier des Flandres Carolina Dog versus Rottweiler Carolina Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer Carolina Dog versus Sloughi Carolina Dog versus Cesky Terrier Carolina Dog versus Curly-Coated Retriever Carolina Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer Carolina Dog versus Gordon Setter Carolina Dog versus Airedale Terrier Carolina Dog versus Schipperke Carolina Dog versus Cavachon Carolina Dog versus Norfolk Terrier Carolina Dog versus Afghan Hound Carolina Dog versus Cairn Terrier Carolina Dog versus Havanese Carolina Dog versus Saint Berdoodle Carolina Dog versus Skye Terrier Carolina Dog versus Bulldog Carolina Dog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Pyredoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pyredoodle versus Cairn Terrier Pyredoodle versus American Staffordshire Terrier Pyredoodle versus Beaglier Pyredoodle versus Lhasa Apso Pyredoodle versus Borzoi Pyredoodle versus Toy Poodle Pyredoodle versus Cocker Spaniel Pyredoodle versus Puli Pyredoodle versus Bulldog Pyredoodle versus Chinook Pyredoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel Pyredoodle versus Flat-Coated Retriever Pyredoodle versus Morkie Pyredoodle versus Saint Bernard Pyredoodle versus Bullmastiff Pyredoodle versus Lancashire Heeler Pyredoodle versus Scottish Terrier Pyredoodle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pyredoodle versus Schipperke Pyredoodle versus Aussiedoodle Pyredoodle versus Komondor Pyredoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog Pyredoodle versus German Shepherd Dog Pyredoodle versus Pomchi Pyredoodle versus French Bulldog
Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Pyredoodle. 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 Pyredoodle better suits you and your family.