Is the French Bulldog Better than the Whoodle as a Pet? Answer…

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French Bulldog Versus Whoodle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Bulldog and the Whoodle 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 French Bulldog and for the Whoodle. 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 French Bulldog and the Whoodle.

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

French Bulldog versus Whoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the French Bulldog and the Whoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The French Bulldog is a small-sized dog while the Whoodle is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the French Bulldog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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

French Bulldog versus Whoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the French Bulldog to the Whoodle 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 French Bulldog Whoodle
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 20 inches
Life Span 11 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 16 to 28 pounds 20 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $4610 $2230
Price Range $3100 – $5000 $1650 – $2550
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune Thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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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 French Bulldog 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 Whoodle. 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 French Bulldog is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Whoodle is 83 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the French Bulldog is a better pet than the Whoodle. So, you should get the French 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 French Bulldog and the Whoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the French Bulldog and the Whoodle

    Below is a list of where the French Bulldog and the Whoodle are most different:

  • French Bulldogs are good for new dog owners. However, Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the French Bulldog and the Whoodle

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

  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the French Bulldog and the Whoodle are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of French Bulldog versus Whoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Bulldog and the Whoodle.

    French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Price of French Bulldog versus Price of Whoodle

    The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Whoodle puppy is $2230. The price of the Whoodle typically ranges from $1650 – $2550. However, the price of a Whoodle can be as low as $1050 and as high as $6225. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 66 Whoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The French Bulldog is more expensive than the Whoodle.

    French Bulldog Whoodle
    Average Price $4610 $2230
    Price Range $3100 to $5000 $1650 to $2550

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the French Bulldog puppy or the Whoodle 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: French Bulldog versus Whoodle

    French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.

    Whoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the French Bulldog or the Whoodle

    French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Does the French Bulldog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs 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.

    Whoodles 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: French Bulldog vs. Whoodle

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

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

    Do French Bulldogs shed more than Whoodles?

    French Bulldogs shed moderately.

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

    Do French Bulldogs Bark and Howl? What about Whoodles?

    French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    How Kid-friendly are French Bulldogs and Whoodles?

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

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Bulldog or the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the French Bulldog Easier to Train than the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs are very easy to train.

    Whoodles are not easy to train.

    Is the French Bulldog Better for Apartment Owners than the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Bulldog or the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.

    Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are French Bulldogs good family dogs? What about Whoodles?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the French Bulldog or the Whoodle?

    French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (75 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Beaglier (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Beaglier.
  • Chihuahua (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Chihuahua.
  • Pug (83 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Pug.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle

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

  • Barbet (74 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Barbet.
  • Hovawart (75 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Hovawart.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    French Bulldog versus Spanish Mastiff     French Bulldog versus Spanish Mastiff     French Bulldog versus Boykin Spaniel     French Bulldog versus Irish Setter     French Bulldog versus Alaskan Malamute     French Bulldog versus Irish Terrier     French Bulldog versus Frenchton     French Bulldog versus Basset Hound     French Bulldog versus Australian Cattle Dog     French Bulldog versus Irish Wolfhound     

    Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whoodle versus Boston Terrier     Whoodle versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Whoodle versus Westiepoo     Whoodle versus Mal Shi     Whoodle versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Whoodle versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Whoodle versus Shetland Sheepdog     Whoodle versus American Foxhound     Whoodle versus English Toy Spaniel     Whoodle versus Bearded Collie     

    Conclusion: French Bulldog versus Whoodle. 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 French Bulldog and the Whoodle better suits you and your family.