Is the Cockapoo Better than the Scottish Deerhound as a Pet? Answer…

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Cockapoo Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Cockapoo and for the Scottish Deerhound. 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 Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound.

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

Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cockapoo is a small-sized dog while the Scottish Deerhound is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Scottish Deerhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cockapoo to the Scottish Deerhound 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 Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound

Factor Cockapoo Scottish Deerhound
Does NOT Shed 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 8 to 11 years
General Health 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight From under 6 to over 19 pounds 75 to 110 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 9.5 years
Average Price $1980 $980
Price Range $1500 – $2400 $975 – $975
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cockapoo 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Cockapoo is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Scottish Deerhound is 67 out of 125.

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

    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 Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound

    Below is a list of where the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are most different:

  • Cockapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Cockapoos adapt well to apartment living. However, Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cockapoos are good for new dog owners. However, Scottish Deerhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Cockapoos get along well with other dogs. However, Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.
  • The Similarities Between the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound

    The Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are most similar:

  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound.

    Cockapoos weigh From under 6 to over 19 pounds when fully grown. Cockapoos are From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound

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

    The lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is 9.5 years.

    Cockapoos live longer than Scottish Deerhounds.

    Price of Cockapoo versus Price of Scottish Deerhound

    The average price of the Cockapoo puppy is $1980. The price of the Cockapoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2400. However, the price of a Cockapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $8500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 873 Cockapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Scottish Deerhound puppy is $980. The price of the Scottish Deerhound typically ranges from $975 – $975. However, the price of the Scottish Deerhound can be as low as $975 and as high as $975. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Scottish Deerhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cockapoo is more expensive than the Scottish Deerhound.

    Cockapoo Scottish Deerhound
    Average Price $1980 $980
    Price Range $1500 to $2400 $975 to $975

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cockapoo and Scottish Deerhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Cockapoo puppies or how many Scottish Deerhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Deerhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Deerhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cockapoo puppy or the Scottish Deerhound 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: Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound

    Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cockapoos shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cockapoo or the Scottish Deerhound

    Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockapoo or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Cockapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds 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.

    Do Cockapoos Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

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

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

    Can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cockapoo vs. Scottish Deerhound

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

    Scottish Deerhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockapoo or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Cockapoos good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cockapoos and Scottish Deerhounds?

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

    Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cockapoo Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Cockapoos are very easy to train.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.

    Is the Cockapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockapoo or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Cockapoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo

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

  • Cavapoo (81 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Cavapoo.
  • Havanese (78 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Havanese.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Deerhound

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

  • Alaskan Malamute (70 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (75 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (73 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cockapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cockapoo versus Lhasapoo     Cockapoo versus Saluki     Cockapoo versus Bulldog     Cockapoo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Cockapoo versus Doberman Pinscher     Cockapoo versus Cockalier     Cockapoo versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Cockapoo versus Japanese Spitz     Cockapoo versus Sloughi     Cockapoo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Cockapoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound     Cockapoo versus Bouvier des Flandres     Cockapoo versus Azawakh     Cockapoo versus Barbet     Cockapoo versus Boykin Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Irish Terrier     Cockapoo versus Australian Shepherd     Cockapoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Standard Schnauzer     Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Maltese     Cockapoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Cockapoo versus English Springer Spaniel     Cockapoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     

    Scottish Deerhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Deerhound versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Scottish Deerhound versus Goldendoodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Sheepadoodle     Scottish Deerhound versus Chinook     Scottish Deerhound versus Airedale Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Bullmastiff     Scottish Deerhound versus Whippet     Scottish Deerhound versus Pekingese     Scottish Deerhound versus Jack Russell Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Scottish Deerhound versus Rottweiler     Scottish Deerhound versus Pug     Scottish Deerhound versus Akita Chow     Scottish Deerhound versus Barbet     Scottish Deerhound versus Lhasa Apso     Scottish Deerhound versus Norfolk Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Komondor     Scottish Deerhound versus Afador     Scottish Deerhound versus Mudi     Scottish Deerhound versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Dalmatian     Scottish Deerhound versus Bullmastiff     Scottish Deerhound versus Scottish Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Airedale Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Belgian Malinois     

    Conclusion: Cockapoo versus Scottish Deerhound. 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 Cockapoo and the Scottish Deerhound better suits you and your family.