A Detailed Comparison of the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog.

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Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog

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Dachshund Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog 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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog 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 Dachshund and for the Valley Bulldog. 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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dachshund or the Valley Bulldog

Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog: Overview

A very important difference between the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dachshund is a tiny-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dachshund 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.

On the other hand, the Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dachshund to the Valley Bulldog 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 Dachshund Valley Bulldog
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 8 to 12 years
Weight 16 to 32 pounds 50 to 125 pounds
General Health 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Height 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 25 inches
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.0 years
Average Price $1730 $2050
Price Range $1000 – $2000 $1950 – $2200
Temperament Score 69.4 percent No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
    		•  No Data

    *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 Dachshund 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Dachshund is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Valley Bulldog is a better pet than the Dachshund. So, you should get the Valley Bulldog!

    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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog

    Below is a list of where the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are most different:

  • Dachshunds are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Valley Bulldogs are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Dachshunds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Valley Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog

    The Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:

  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are not easy to train.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog 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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are very playful.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog.

    Dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds when fully grown. Dachshunds are 8 inches to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Dachshund versus Price of Valley Bulldog

    The average price of the Dachshund puppy is $1730. The price of the Dachshund typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Dachshund can be as low as $200 and as high as $24000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 698 Dachshund puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Valley Bulldog puppy is $2050. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $1950 – $2200. However, the price of a Valley Bulldog can be as low as $1700 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Valley Bulldog is more expensive than the Dachshund.

    Dachshund Valley Bulldog
    Average Price $1730 $2050
    Price Range $1000 to $2000 $1950 to $2200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Dachshund and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Dachshund puppies or how many Valley Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dachshund puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Which one drools more, the Dachshund or the Valley Bulldog

    Dachshunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.

    Is the Dachshund Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds are not easy to train.

    Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog

    Dachshunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dachshunds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dachshunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dachshund or the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Do Dachshunds shed more than Valley Bulldogs?

    Dachshunds shed moderately.

    Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dachshund or the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds are moderately easy to groom.

    Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dachshund or the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds are very good for new dog owners.

    Valley Bulldogs are OK for new dog owners.

    Are Dachshunds good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Dachshund Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    How Kid-friendly are Dachshunds and Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Dachshund Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?

    Dachshunds 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.

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

    Do Dachshunds Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?

    Dachshunds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dachshund vs. Valley Bulldog

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

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dachshund

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

  • Dandie Dinmont Terrier (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
  • Lhasa Apso (71 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Manchester Terrier (75 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Miniature Pinscher (72 percent match with Dachshund). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Miniature Pinscher.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog

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

  • Rottweiler (74 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Rottweiler.
  • Boxer (80 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Boxer.
  • Bulldog (75 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs Bulldog.
  • French Bulldog (73 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Dachshund vs French Bulldog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dachshund and how the Valley Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dachshund and of the Valley Bulldog to other breeds:

    Dachshund Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dachshund versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Dachshund versus Basenji     Dachshund versus Silky Terrier     Dachshund versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Dachshund versus Kuvasz     Dachshund versus Bearded Collie     Dachshund versus Belgian Sheepdog     Dachshund versus Papipoo     Dachshund versus Maremma Sheepdog     Dachshund versus Bedlington Terrier     

    Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Valley Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Valley Bulldog versus Dutch Shepherd     Valley Bulldog versus Saint Berdoodle     Valley Bulldog versus Bearded Collie     Valley Bulldog versus Australian Shepherd     Valley Bulldog versus Border Terrier     Valley Bulldog versus English Cocker Spaniel     Valley Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Valley Bulldog versus German Pinscher     Valley Bulldog versus Berger Picard     

    Conclusion: Dachshund versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Dachshund and the Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.