A Detailed Comparison of the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux.

Cesky Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux

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Cesky Terrier Versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux.

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 Dogue de Bordeaux

Cesky Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux: Overview

A very important difference between the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cesky Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cesky Terrier to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Height 10 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 15 years 8 to 12 years
Weight 13 to 30 pounds Starts at 100 pounds
Dog Friendly 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 10.0 years
Price Range No Data $1800 – $2500
Average Price No Data $2270
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 183 65

    *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 Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cesky Terrier is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux

    Below is a list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux are most different:

  • Cesky Terriers do not have the tendency to drool. However, Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Cesky Terriers are good for new dog owners. However, Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cesky Terriers are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, Dogue de Bordeauxs have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • The Similarities Between the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux

    The Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux are most similar:

  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cesky Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cesky Terrier and the Dogue de Bordeaux.

    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, Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    The Popularity of Cesky Terrier versus Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux

    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 Dogue de Bordeaux over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Dogue de Bordeaux is more popular with dog owners than the Cesky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Dogue de Bordeaux is 65 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 Dogue de Bordeaux

    Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux

    Year Cesky Terrier Popularity Rank Dogue de Bordeaux Popularity Rank
    2013 174 65
    2014 182 63
    2015 179 63
    2016 182 63
    2017 185 67
    2018 185 67
    2019 188 68
    2020 191 71

    Health Problems of Cesky Terrier versus Health Problems of Dogue de Bordeaux

    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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cesky Terrier than for the Dogue de Bordeaux.

    7 health tests are recommended for Cesky Terrier while 6 tests are recommended for the Dogue de Bordeaux.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cesky Terriers and in Dogue de Bordeauxs.

    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.

    Dogue de Bordeaux Health Problems

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dogue de Bordeauxs here.

    Do Cesky Terriers shed more than Dogue de Bordeauxs?

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

    Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cesky Terrier or the Dogue de Bordeaux

    Cesky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cesky Terrier or the Dogue de Bordeaux?

    Cesky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Does the Cesky Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dogue de Bordeaux?

    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.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cesky Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux

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

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cesky Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cesky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Dogue de Bordeauxs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    How Kid-friendly are Cesky Terriers and Dogue de Bordeauxs?

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

    Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Do Cesky Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Dogue de Bordeauxs?

    Cesky Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cesky Terrier vs. Dogue de Bordeaux

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

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeaux?

    Cesky Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cesky Terrier or the Dogue de Bordeaux?

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.

    Is the Cesky Terrier Easier to Train than the Dogue de Bordeaux?

    Cesky Terriers are very easy to train.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.

    Is the Cesky Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Dogue de Bordeaux?

    Cesky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are Cesky Terriers good family dogs? What about Dogue de Bordeauxs?

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

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

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux:

  • Bullmastiff (66 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Bullmastiff.
  • Mastiff (72 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Cesky Terrier vs Mastiff.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). 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 Dogue de Bordeaux compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cesky Terrier and of the Dogue de Bordeaux to other breeds:

    Cesky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cesky Terrier versus Havanese     Cesky Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound     Cesky Terrier versus Australian Kelpie     Cesky Terrier versus Rottweiler     Cesky Terrier versus Standard Poodle     Cesky Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Cesky Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel     Cesky Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Cesky Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     

    Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dogue de Bordeaux versus Saint Bernard     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Miniature Poodle     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Chinese Crested     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Affenhuahua     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Greyhound     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Plott     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Yorkshire Terrier     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Black Mouth Cur     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Sloughi     

    Conclusion: Cesky Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux better suits you and your family.