Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Finnish Spitz Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
- Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle: Overview
- Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle
- Price of Finnish Spitz versus Price of Pyredoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle
- Which one drools more, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle?
- Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Finnish Spitz Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
- Does the Finnish Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
- Do Finnish Spitzs shed more than Pyredoodles?
- Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Spitz vs. Pyredoodle
- Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Are Finnish Spitzs good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Finnish Spitzs and Pyredoodles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle?
- Do Finnish Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Finnish Spitz Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle? 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 Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle 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 Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle 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 Finnish Spitz and for the Pyredoodle. 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 Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle
Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Finnish Spitz is a medium-sized dog while the Pyredoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Finnish Spitz 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 Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Finnish Spitz to the Pyredoodle 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 | Finnish Spitz | Pyredoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 15 to 32 inches |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 20 to 35 pounds | 85 to 100 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $900 | $1390 |
| Price Range | $600 – $1100 | $1250 – $1600 |
| 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 Finnish Spitz 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Finnish Spitz is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyredoodle is a better pet than the Finnish Spitz. So, you should get the Pyredoodle!
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 Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle
The Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle.
Finnish Spitzs weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Spitzs are 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pyredoodles weigh 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Pyredoodles are 15 to 32 inches when fully grown.
Price of Finnish Spitz versus Price of Pyredoodle
The average price of the Finnish Spitz puppy is $900. The price of the Finnish Spitz typically ranges from $600 – $1100. However, the price of a Finnish Spitz can be as low as $500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 Finnish Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Pyredoodle puppy is $1390. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1250 – $1600. However, the price of a Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 24 Pyredoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pyredoodle is more expensive than the Finnish Spitz.
| Finnish Spitz | Pyredoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $900 | $1390 |
| Price Range | $600 to $1100 | $1250 to $1600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Finnish Spitz and Pyredoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Finnish Spitz puppies or how many Pyredoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Finnish Spitzs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Pyredoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Finnish Spitz puppy or the Pyredoodle 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle
Finnish Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Which one drools more, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle
Finnish Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Is the Finnish Spitz Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs are OK for new dog owners.
Pyredoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Finnish Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pyredoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Finnish Spitz Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs are fairly easy to train.
Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.
Does the Finnish Spitz Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Pyredoodles 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.
Do Finnish Spitzs shed more than Pyredoodles?
Finnish Spitzs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Wanderlust Potential: Finnish Spitz vs. Pyredoodle
Finnish Spitzs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pyredoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Finnish Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Are Finnish Spitzs good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
Finnish Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pyredoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Finnish Spitzs and Pyredoodles?
Finnish Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pyredoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Finnish Spitz or the Pyredoodle?
Finnish Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Do Finnish Spitzs Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
Finnish Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Spitz 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 Finnish Spitz:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyredoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Finnish Spitz and how the Pyredoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Finnish Spitz and of the Pyredoodle to other breeds:
Finnish Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Spitz versus Braque du Bourbonnais Finnish Spitz versus Westiepoo Finnish Spitz versus Cane Corso Finnish Spitz versus Papipoo Finnish Spitz versus Cavachon Finnish Spitz versus Flat-Coated Retriever Finnish Spitz versus Carolina Dog Finnish Spitz versus Jack Russell Terrier Finnish Spitz versus Swedish Vallhund Finnish Spitz versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Pyredoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pyredoodle versus Norfolk Terrier Pyredoodle versus Cairn Terrier Pyredoodle versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Pyredoodle versus Maltese Pyredoodle versus Estrela Mountain Dog Pyredoodle versus Rottweiler Pyredoodle versus Mastiff Pyredoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Pyredoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Pyredoodle versus Toy Poodle
Conclusion: Finnish Spitz versus Pyredoodle. 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 Finnish Spitz and the Pyredoodle better suits you and your family.