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- Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo: Overview
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo
- Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo?
- Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo?
- Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Peek A Poos?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Peek A Poo
- How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Peek A Poos?
- Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
- Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo? 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and for the Peek A Poo. 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo: Overview
Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo are similar in size. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dandie Dinmont Terrier to the Peek A Poo 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 | Dandie Dinmont Terrier | Peek A Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Weight | 18 to 24 pounds | 4 to 20 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1000 – $1800 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1430 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!
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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo.
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.
On the other hand, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.
Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Peek A Poos?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.
Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Peek A Poo
Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Peek A Poo?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.
How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Peek A Poos?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
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.
Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and how the Peek A Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and of the Peek A Poo to other breeds:
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Irish Water Spaniel Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Kishu Ken Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Afghan Hound Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Greyhound Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Saint Bernard
Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Peek A Poo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Peek A Poo versus Scottish Terrier Peek A Poo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Peek A Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Peek A Poo versus Giant Schnauzer Peek A Poo versus Sheepadoodle Peek A Poo versus Carolina Dog Peek A Poo versus Shetland Sheepdog Peek A Poo versus Whippet Peek A Poo versus Saint Bernard
Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Peek A Poo. 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.