Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. Final Verdict on Which is a Better Pet.

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Cockalier Versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier? 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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Cockalier and for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

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

Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cockalier is a small-sized dog while the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Dandie Dinmont 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.

Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cockalier to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Cockalier Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Weight 10 to 28 pounds 18 to 24 pounds
Height 12 to 15 inches 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1370 No Data
Price Range $938 – $1800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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    *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 Cockalier 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Cockalier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockalier is a better pet than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. So, you should get the Cockalier!

    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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    The Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    Cockaliers weigh 10 to 28 pounds when fully grown. Cockaliers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Cockalier or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Cockaliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Cockaliers do not like to be left alone.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Do Cockaliers shed more than Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.

    Do Cockaliers Bark and Howl? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cockalier vs. Dandie Dinmont Terrier

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

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

    Does the Cockalier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers 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.

    Is the Cockalier Better for Apartment Owners than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Cockaliers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockalier or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Cockaliers are very good for new dog owners.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockalier or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Cockaliers get along very well with other dogs.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockalier or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Cockaliers are very easy to groom.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Is the Cockalier Easier to Train than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?

    Cockaliers are very easy to train.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.

    Are Cockaliers good family dogs? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cockaliers and Dandie Dinmont Terriers?

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

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockalier

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (81 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavapoo (80 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Cavapoo.
  • Shichon (83 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Shichon.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (81 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

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

  • Cavapoo (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Cavapoo.
  • Shih Tzu (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Shih Tzu.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cockalier and how the Dandie Dinmont Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cockalier and of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier to other breeds:

    Cockalier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cockalier versus Carolina Dog     Cockalier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Cockalier versus Cane Corso     Cockalier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Cockalier versus Westiepoo     Cockalier versus Bloodhound     Cockalier versus Cocker Spaniel     Cockalier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Cockalier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Cockalier versus Norwich Terrier     

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus English Toy Spaniel     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Pekingese     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Maltipoo     

    Conclusion: Cockalier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Cockalier and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier better suits you and your family.