Is the Cavapoo Better than the Stabyhoun as a Pet? Answer…

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Cavapoo Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun 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 Cavapoo and for the Stabyhoun. 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 Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun.

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

Cavapoo versus Stabyhoun: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Cavapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Stabyhoun 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.

Cavapoo versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavapoo to the Stabyhoun 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 Cavapoo Stabyhoun
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 13 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height 9 to 14 inches 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 9 to 25 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2430 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2925 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*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 Cavapoo 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 Stabyhoun. 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 Cavapoo is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

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 Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun

The Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are most similar:

  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavapoo versus Stabyhoun

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun.

    Cavapoos weigh 9 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Cavapoos are 9 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Cavapoo or the Stabyhoun

    Cavapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavapoo versus Stabyhoun

    Cavapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Cavapoos shed more than Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Do Cavapoos Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Cavapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Cavapoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavapoo or the Stabyhoun?

    Cavapoos are OK for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavapoo or the Stabyhoun?

    Cavapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Cavapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

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

    Stabyhouns 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavapoo vs. Stabyhoun

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

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

    Can Cavapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavapoo or the Stabyhoun?

    Cavapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the Cavapoo Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Cavapoos are very easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Are Cavapoos good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Cavapoos and Stabyhouns?

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

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavapoo

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Cavapoo vs Cockalier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Bernedoodle (82 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Bernedoodle.
  • Cockapoo (81 percent match with Cavapoo). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Cockapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cavapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavapoo versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Cavapoo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Cavapoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Cavapoo versus American Water Spaniel     Cavapoo versus Field Spaniel     Cavapoo versus Beagle     Cavapoo versus Bedlington Terrier     Cavapoo versus Black Mouth Cur     Cavapoo versus Brittany     Cavapoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Miniature Pinscher     Stabyhoun versus Bull Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Stabyhoun versus Tibetan Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Australian Kelpie     Stabyhoun versus Belgian Malinois     Stabyhoun versus Weimaraner     Stabyhoun versus Miniature Poodle     Stabyhoun versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Newfoundland     

    Conclusion: Cavapoo versus Stabyhoun. 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 Cavapoo and the Stabyhoun better suits you and your family.