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- Curly-Coated Retriever Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction
- Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview
- Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Curly-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Sealyham Terrier
- The Popularity of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Sealyham Terrier
- Health Problems of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Health Problems of Sealyham Terrier
- Which one drools more, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier
- Do Curly-Coated Retrievers shed more than Sealyham Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier?
- Do Curly-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Sealyham Terriers?
- Can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier?
- Is the Curly-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?
- Wanderlust Potential: Curly-Coated Retriever vs. Sealyham Terrier
- Are Curly-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Curly-Coated Retrievers and Sealyham Terriers?
- Does the Curly-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Curly-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Curly-Coated Retriever Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and for the Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier
Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Curly-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Sealyham Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Curly-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Sealyham 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.
Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Curly-Coated Retriever to the Sealyham 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 | Curly-Coated Retriever | Sealyham Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 65 to 100 pounds | 22 to 24 pounds |
| Life Span | 9 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 10.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | No Data |
| Average Price | No Data | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 91.7 percent | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 162 | 157 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 41 | 56 |
*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 Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sealyham Terrier is a better pet than the Curly-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier
Below is a list of where the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier
The Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier.
Curly-Coated Retrievers weigh 65 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Curly-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.
On the other hand, Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
The Intelligence of the Curly-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Sealyham Terrier
| Curly-Coated Retriever | Sealyham Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 41 out of 130 dog breeds | 56 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Curly-Coated Retriever has an obedience intelligence rank of 41 out of 130 dog breeds. The Curly-Coated Retriever belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Sealyham Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 56 out of 130 dog breeds. The Sealyham Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Sealyham Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The Curly-Coated Retriever is more intelligent than the Sealyham Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Sealyham Terrier
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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Sealyham Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Curly-Coated Retriever. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Sealyham Terrier is 157 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Curly-Coated Retriever is 162 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Curly-Coated Retriever
Popularity of Sealyham Terrier
| Year | Curly-Coated Retriever Popularity Rank | Sealyham Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 163 | 158 |
| 2014 | 163 | 169 |
| 2015 | 151 | 158 |
| 2016 | 164 | 155 |
| 2017 | 171 | 150 |
| 2018 | 162 | 164 |
| 2019 | 163 | 154 |
| 2020 | 159 | 148 |
Health Problems of Curly-Coated Retriever versus Health Problems of Sealyham Terrier
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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier 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 Curly-Coated Retriever is prone to more genetic health problems than the Sealyham Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Curly-Coated Retriever than for the Sealyham Terrier.
7 health tests are recommended for Curly-Coated Retriever while 2 tests are recommended for the Sealyham Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Curly-Coated Retrievers and in Sealyham Terriers.
Curly-Coated Retriever Health Problems
Curly-Coated Retrievers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retrievers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Curly-Coated Retrievers here.
Sealyham Terrier Health Problems
Sealyham Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Sealyham Terriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Curly-Coated Retrievers and Sealyham Terriers
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Curly-Coated Retriever Breed is Exercise Induced Collapse problems.
This is because the Curly-Coated Retriever ranks 1 out of 6 dog breeds for Exercise Induced Collapse problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 145 Curly-Coated Retrievers, 12 of them had Exercise Induced Collapse problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Curly-Coated Retrievers, and how common these diseases are in Curly-Coated Retrievers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Sealyham Terrier Breed is Primary Lens Luxation problems.
This is because the Sealyham Terrier ranks 4 out of 17 dog breeds for Primary Lens Luxation problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 542 Sealyham Terriers, 10 of them had Primary Lens Luxation problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Sealyham Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Sealyham Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Curly-Coated Retriever and in Sealyham Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier:
| Disease | Curly-Coated Retriever Rank | Sealyham Terrier Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Induced Collapse problems | 1 out of 6 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | 10 out of 32 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 24 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Hips problems | 73 out of 198 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Eyes problems | 84 out of 182 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Elbow problems | 136 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Primary Lens Luxation problems | Not Common | 4 out of 17 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Is the Curly-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which one drools more, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier
Curly-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are OK for new dog owners.
Sealyham Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier
Curly-Coated Retrievers can be left alone only for a short time.
Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Curly-Coated Retrievers shed more than Sealyham Terriers?
Curly-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are moderately easy to groom.
Sealyham Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Do Curly-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Sealyham Terriers?
Curly-Coated Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Sealyham Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Curly-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Curly-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Curly-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Sealyham Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Is the Curly-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Curly-Coated Retriever vs. Sealyham Terrier
Curly-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Sealyham Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Are Curly-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Sealyham Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Curly-Coated Retrievers and Sealyham Terriers?
Curly-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Sealyham Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Curly-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham Terrier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers 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.
Sealyham 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.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Curly-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Sealyham 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 Sealyham Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Curly-Coated Retriever and how the Sealyham Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Curly-Coated Retriever and of the Sealyham Terrier to other breeds:
Curly-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Curly-Coated Retriever versus Akita Curly-Coated Retriever versus Korean Jindo Dog Curly-Coated Retriever versus Chorkie Curly-Coated Retriever versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Curly-Coated Retriever versus Pointer Curly-Coated Retriever versus Dogo Argentino Curly-Coated Retriever versus Spanish Mastiff Curly-Coated Retriever versus Pomapoo Curly-Coated Retriever versus Pug Curly-Coated Retriever versus Hovawart
Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Sealyham Terrier versus Bull Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus Japanese Chin Sealyham Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Sealyham Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Sealyham Terrier versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Sealyham Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Sealyham Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais Sealyham Terrier versus Chi-Poo Sealyham Terrier versus Chinese Crested Sealyham Terrier versus Pekingese
Conclusion: Curly-Coated Retriever versus Sealyham 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 Curly-Coated Retriever and the Sealyham Terrier better suits you and your family.