Breed Comparison: Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Portuguese Pointer

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Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer? 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and for the Portuguese Pointer. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Portuguese Pointer

Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview

A very important difference between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large-sized dog while the Portuguese Pointer is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Portuguese Pointer 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.

Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dogue de Bordeaux to the Portuguese Pointer 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 Dogue de Bordeaux Portuguese Pointer
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 22 inches
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Weight Starts at 100 pounds 35 to 59 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2270 No Data
Price Range $1800 – $2500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Portuguese Pointer is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. So, you should get the Portuguese Pointer!

    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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer

    Below is a list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are most different:

  • Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Portuguese Pointers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Dogue de Bordeauxs do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Portuguese Pointers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt well to apartment living. However, Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer

    The Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are most similar:

  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer.

    Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Health Problems of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Health Problems of Portuguese Pointer

    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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is prone to more genetic health problems than the Portuguese Pointer.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Dogue de Bordeaux than for the Portuguese Pointer.

    6 health tests are recommended for Dogue de Bordeaux while 3 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Pointer.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Dogue de Bordeauxs and in Portuguese Pointers.

    Dogue de Bordeaux Health Problems

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dogue de Bordeauxs here.

    Portuguese Pointer Health Problems

    Portuguese Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Pointers here.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Portuguese Pointer

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

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer

    Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.

    Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.

    Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Portuguese Pointers?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.

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

    Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Dogue de Bordeaux Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Portuguese Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Dogue de Bordeauxs and Portuguese Pointers?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Portuguese Pointer

    Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux:

  • Bullmastiff (66 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Bullmastiff.
  • Mastiff (72 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Mastiff.
  • Neapolitan Mastiff (67 percent match with Dogue de Bordeaux). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Neapolitan Mastiff.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • American Bulldog (79 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux vs American Bulldog.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Patterdale Terrier (78 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux vs Patterdale Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dogue de Bordeaux and how the Portuguese Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux and of the Portuguese Pointer to other breeds:

    Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dogue de Bordeaux versus Greyhound     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Cairn Terrier     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Clumber Spaniel     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Stabyhoun     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Whoodle     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Maremma Sheepdog     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Chihuahua     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Maltese     Dogue de Bordeaux versus Bulldog     

    Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Pointer versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Akita Chow     Portuguese Pointer versus Gordon Setter     Portuguese Pointer versus Berger Picard     Portuguese Pointer versus Saint Bernard     Portuguese Pointer versus Morkie     Portuguese Pointer versus Pomeranian     Portuguese Pointer versus Shiba Inu     Portuguese Pointer versus Akita Chow     Portuguese Pointer versus Maltese     

    Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.