Which is Better between the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Frenchton Versus Lhasapoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo 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 Frenchton and for the Lhasapoo. 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 Frenchton and the Lhasapoo.

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

Frenchton versus Lhasapoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are not purebred dogs.

Frenchton versus Lhasapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton to the Lhasapoo 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 Frenchton Lhasapoo
Height 11 to 14 inches 9 to 13 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 10 to 15 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $2130 $1150
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $1000 – $1400
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 Frenchton 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 Lhasapoo. 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 Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125.

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

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 Frenchton and the Lhasapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo

Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are most different:

  • Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Frenchtons are good for new dog owners. However, Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Frenchtons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Lhasapoos are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo

    The Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are most similar:

  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Lhasapoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Lhasapoo.

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Lhasapoo

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Lhasapoo puppy is $1150. The price of the Lhasapoo typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Lhasapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $1700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 23 Lhasapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Lhasapoo.

    Frenchton Lhasapoo
    Average Price $2130 $1150
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $1000 to $1400

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos

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

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons 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.

    Lhasapoos 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.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Lhasapoo

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Lhasapoos?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Lhasapoo

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

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

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Lhasapoos?

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Lhasapoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Lhasapoos?

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

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Lhasapoo?

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

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

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo

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

  • Bouvier des Flandres (77 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Bouvier des Flandres.
  • Biewer Terrier (76 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Catahoula Bulldog     Frenchton versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Frenchton versus Lhasapoo     Frenchton versus Australian Shepherd     Frenchton versus West Highland White Terrier     Frenchton versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Frenchton versus Sheepadoodle     Frenchton versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Frenchton versus Bull Terrier     Frenchton versus Welsh Terrier     

    Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasapoo versus German Shepherd Dog     Lhasapoo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Lhasapoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Pharaoh Hound     Lhasapoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lhasapoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lhasapoo versus Azawakh     

    Conclusion: Frenchton versus Lhasapoo. 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 Frenchton and the Lhasapoo better suits you and your family.