Is the Caucasian Shepherd Dog Better than the Frenchton as a Pet? Answer…

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Caucasian Shepherd Dog Versus Frenchton: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton? 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog and for the Frenchton. 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton.

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

Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Frenchton: Overview

A very important difference between the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is a giant-sized dog while the Frenchton is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

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

Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Frenchton: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Caucasian Shepherd Dog to the Frenchton 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog Frenchton
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Easygoing 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Height 24 to 34 inches 11 to 14 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Weight 80 to 220 pounds 15 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2110 $2130
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $1650 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • Dentition
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye examination, results registered with the OFA.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Caucasian Shepherd 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 Frenchton. 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Frenchton is 95 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton

    Below is a list of where the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are most different:

  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Frenchtons are good for new dog owners.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Frenchtons adapt well to apartment living.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Frenchtons get along well with other dogs.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Frenchtons are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dogs require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton

    The Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are most similar:

  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton have low exercise needs.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Frenchton

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton.

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs weigh 80 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are 24 to 34 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Price of Frenchton

    The average price of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog puppy is $2110. The price of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Caucasian Shepherd Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 56 Caucasian Shepherd Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Caucasian Shepherd Dog.

    Caucasian Shepherd Dog Frenchton
    Average Price $2110 $2130
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $1650 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Caucasian Shepherd Dog and Frenchton. For different price points, the charts show how many Caucasian Shepherd Dog puppies or how many Frenchton puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Caucasian Shepherd Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Caucasian Shepherd Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Caucasian Shepherd Dog puppy or the Frenchton 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog or the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Is the Caucasian Shepherd Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Can Caucasian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Caucasian Shepherd Dogs and Frenchtons?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog or the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog or the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Is the Caucasian Shepherd Dog Easier to Train than the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are not easy to train.

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Caucasian Shepherd Dog vs. Frenchton

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Frenchton

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Does the Caucasian Shepherd Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Frenchton?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Frenchtons 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Frenchtons?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Are Caucasian Shepherd Dogs good family dogs? What about Frenchtons?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Do Caucasian Shepherd Dogs shed more than Frenchtons?

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

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Caucasian Shepherd Dog or the Frenchton

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Can Caucasian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Caucasian Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Caucasian Shepherd Dog

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

  • Afador (76 percent match with Caucasian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Afador.
  • Akbash (73 percent match with Caucasian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Akbash.
  • Mastiff (72 percent match with Caucasian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Mastiff.
  • Boerboel (71 percent match with Caucasian Shepherd Dog). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Boerboel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Caucasian Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Caucasian Shepherd Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Mountain Cur     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Gordon Setter     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Beagle     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Dogo Argentino     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Toy Poodle     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Pointer     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Lhasapoo     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Labradoodle     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier     Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Fila Brasileiro     Frenchton versus Silky Terrier     Frenchton versus Shiranian     Frenchton versus German Longhaired Pointer     Frenchton versus Plott     Frenchton versus Peek A Poo     Frenchton versus American Water Spaniel     Frenchton versus Bordoodle     Frenchton versus Gordon Setter     Frenchton versus Tibetan Terrier     

    Conclusion: Caucasian Shepherd Dog versus Frenchton. 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 Caucasian Shepherd Dog and the Frenchton better suits you and your family.