Differences and Similarities between the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle.

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Chow Chow Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Chow Chow and for the Saint Berdoodle. 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 Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle.

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

Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle are similar in size. The Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Chow Chow 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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chow Chow to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle

Factor Chow Chow Saint Berdoodle
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 8 to 12 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 15 to 30 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Easygoing 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 70 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 5/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.0 years
Average Price $1750 $2020
Price Range $1000 – $2500 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chow Chow 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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Chow Chow is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

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

    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 Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle

    Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle are most different:

  • Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs. However, Saint Berdoodles get along well with other dogs.
  • Chow Chows are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Saint Berdoodles are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.
  • Chow Chows not very intelligent. However, Saint Berdoodles are highly intelligent.
  • Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners.
  • Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs. However, Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.
  • The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle

    The Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle have low exercise needs.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle.

    Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle

    The lifespan of Chow Chows is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chow Chows is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    Chow Chows live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Saint Berdoodle

    The average price of the Chow Chow puppy is $1750. The price of the Chow Chow typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of a Chow Chow can be as low as $400 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 156 Chow Chow puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Berdoodle is more expensive than the Chow Chow.

    Chow Chow Saint Berdoodle
    Average Price $1750 $2020
    Price Range $1000 to $2500 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chow Chow and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Chow Chow puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chow Chows. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chow Chows. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chow Chow puppy or the Saint Berdoodle 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: Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle

    Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chow Chows shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Saint Berdoodle

    Chow Chows drool moderately.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows 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.

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

    Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

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

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

    Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Saint Berdoodles?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows are not easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow

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

  • Anatolian Shepherd Dog (61 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (65 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Chinese Shar-Pei (63 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Chinese Shar-Pei.
  • Akita Chow (62 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Akita Chow.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chow Chow versus Goldador     Chow Chow versus Spinone Italiano     Chow Chow versus Mudi     Chow Chow versus Sloughi     Chow Chow versus Spanish Mastiff     Chow Chow versus Shichon     Chow Chow versus Mastiff     Chow Chow versus Mountain Cur     Chow Chow versus Xoloitzcuintli     Chow Chow versus Akita Chow     Chow Chow versus German Shepherd Dog     Chow Chow versus Dalmatian     Chow Chow versus Brittany     Chow Chow versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Chow Chow versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Chow Chow versus Whoodle     Chow Chow versus Bearded Collie     Chow Chow versus Pekingese     Chow Chow versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Chow Chow versus Cavachon     Chow Chow versus Black Mouth Cur     Chow Chow versus English Toy Spaniel     Chow Chow versus Portuguese Pointer     Chow Chow versus American Hairless Terrier     Chow Chow versus Sheepadoodle     

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Sheepadoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Skye Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Boxer     Saint Berdoodle versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Saint Berdoodle versus Fila Brasileiro     Saint Berdoodle versus Dachshund     Saint Berdoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Dalmatian     Saint Berdoodle versus Lancashire Heeler     Saint Berdoodle versus Fila Brasileiro     Saint Berdoodle versus Canaan Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Greyhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Dalmatian     Saint Berdoodle versus Xoloitzcuintli     Saint Berdoodle versus Kooikerhondje     Saint Berdoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Chorkie     Saint Berdoodle versus Westiepoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Scottish Deerhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Shiba Inu     Saint Berdoodle versus Italian Greyhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Komondor     Saint Berdoodle versus Boston Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Sheepadoodle     

    Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Chow Chow and the Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.