Differences and Similarities between the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun.

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Fila Brasileiro Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun? 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun 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 Fila Brasileiro and for the Stabyhoun. 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun.

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

Fila Brasileiro versus Stabyhoun: Overview

A very important difference between the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog while the Stabyhoun is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Fila Brasileiro 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 Stabyhoun 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.

Fila Brasileiro versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Fila Brasileiro to the Stabyhoun 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 Fila Brasileiro Stabyhoun
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Height 24 to 30 inches 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 13 to 14 years
Weight 90 to 180 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1270 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1400 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Stabyhoun. 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Stabyhoun is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the Stabyhoun!

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 Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun

Below is a list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun are most different:

  • Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train. However, Stabyhouns are very easy to train.
  • Fila Brasileiros not very playful. However, Stabyhouns are very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun

    The Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun are most similar:

  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Fila Brasileiro versus Stabyhoun

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun.

    Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Fila Brasileiro or the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Fila Brasileiro or the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Fila Brasileiros shed more than Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Fila Brasileiro versus Stabyhoun

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Are Fila Brasileiros good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Fila Brasileiros and Stabyhouns?

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Which one drools more, the Fila Brasileiro or the Stabyhoun

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Fila Brasileiros Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Fila Brasileiro vs. Stabyhoun

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Fila Brasileiro or the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Fila Brasileiro Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

    Fila Brasileiros 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.

    Stabyhouns 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

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

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Fila Brasileiro and how the Stabyhoun compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Fila Brasileiro and of the Stabyhoun to other breeds:

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Border Collie     Fila Brasileiro versus Bedlington Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Tibetan Mastiff     Fila Brasileiro versus Great Dane     Fila Brasileiro versus Norwegian Buhund     Fila Brasileiro versus Carolina Dog     Fila Brasileiro versus Chinook     Fila Brasileiro versus Pekingese     Fila Brasileiro versus King Shepherd     Fila Brasileiro versus Beaglier     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Patterdale Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Miniature Schnauzer     Stabyhoun versus Tibetan Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Siberian Husky     Stabyhoun versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Stabyhoun versus French Spaniel     Stabyhoun versus Belgian Malinois     Stabyhoun versus Jack Russell Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Shiba Inu     

    Conclusion: Fila Brasileiro versus Stabyhoun. 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 Fila Brasileiro and the Stabyhoun better suits you and your family.