Breed Comparison: Cesky Terrier Versus Doberman Pinscher

Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher

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Cesky Terrier Versus Doberman Pinscher: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher 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 Cesky Terrier and for the Doberman Pinscher. 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 Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher.

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

Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher: Overview

A very important difference between the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cesky Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cesky 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.

On the other hand, the Doberman Pinscher 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.

Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cesky Terrier to the Doberman Pinscher 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 Cesky Terrier Doberman Pinscher
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Height 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 15 years 10 to 13 years
Weight 13 to 30 pounds 60 to 80 pounds
Dog Friendly 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.5 years
Price Range No Data $1100 – $2500
Average Price No Data $1910
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 183 15

    *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 Cesky Terrier 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 Doberman Pinscher. 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 Cesky Terrier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher

    Below is a list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are most different:

  • Cesky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Cesky Terriers do not have the tendency to drool. However, Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Cesky Terriers are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Doberman Pinschers have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher

    The Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are most similar:

  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher 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 Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher.

    Cesky Terriers weigh 13 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Cesky Terriers are 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Doberman Pinschers weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Doberman Pinschers are 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cesky Terrier is 183 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Cesky Terrier

    Popularity of Cesky Terrier

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Popularity of Doberman Pinscher

    Year Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank
    2013 174 12
    2014 182 14
    2015 179 14
    2016 182 15
    2017 185 16
    2018 185 17
    2019 188 19
    2020 191 18

    Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cesky Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Doberman Pinscher.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the Doberman Pinscher.

    7 health tests are recommended for Cesky Terrier while 6 tests are recommended for the Doberman Pinscher.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cesky Terriers and in Doberman Pinschers.

    Cesky Terrier Health Problems

    Cesky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cesky Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Cesky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cesky Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cesky Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cesky Terriers here.

    Doberman Pinscher Health Problems

    Doberman Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Doberman Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Doberman Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Doberman Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Doberman Pinschers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Doberman Pinschers here.

    Do Cesky Terriers shed more than Doberman Pinschers?

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

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the Doberman Pinscher

    Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers 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.

    Doberman Pinschers 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher

    Cesky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cesky Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and Doberman Pinschers?

    Cesky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Doberman Pinschers?

    Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. Doberman Pinscher

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

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

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cesky Terrier or the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Is the Cesky Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Doberman Pinscher?

    Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about Doberman Pinschers?

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

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cesky Terrier

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

  • American Hairless Terrier (76 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Bordoodle (75 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs Bordoodle.
  • Pomchi (75 percent match with Cesky Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Doberman Pinscher vs Pomchi.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Doberman Pinscher

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

  • Rottweiler (68 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Rottweiler.
  • Schnoodle (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Schnoodle.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Doberman Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Neapolitan Mastiff.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cesky Terrier and how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cesky Terrier and of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:

    Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cesky Terrier versus Whippet     Cesky Terrier versus Hovawart     Cesky Terrier versus Mountain Cur     Cesky Terrier versus Basset Hound     Cesky Terrier versus Stabyhoun     Cesky Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Cesky Terrier versus Havanese     Cesky Terrier versus Border Collie     Cesky Terrier versus Goldendoodle     Cesky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund     

    Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Doberman Pinscher versus Irish Water Spaniel     Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Kelpie     Doberman Pinscher versus Akita Chow     Doberman Pinscher versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Doberman Pinscher versus Tibetan Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Pyredoodle     Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso     Doberman Pinscher versus Bloodhound     Doberman Pinscher versus Bedlington Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Great Pyrenees     

    Conclusion: Cesky Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher. 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 Cesky Terrier and the Doberman Pinscher better suits you and your family.