Breed Comparison: Goldador Versus Lakeland Terrier

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Goldador Versus Lakeland Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier 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 Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier 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 Goldador and for the Lakeland Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier.

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

Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldador is a large-sized dog while the Lakeland Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Lakeland Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Goldador to the Lakeland Terrier 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier

Factor Goldador Lakeland Terrier
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 5/5
Height 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 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 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 15 to 17 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1320 $1810
Price Range $900 – $1650 $1600 – $2325
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldador 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 Lakeland Terrier. 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 the Goldador is 93 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lakeland Terrier is 81 out of 125.

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

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 Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier

Below is a list of where the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are most different:

  • Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Lakeland Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Goldadors are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Lakeland Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier

    The Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier.

    Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lakeland Terriers weigh 15 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Lakeland Terriers are 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier

    The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lakeland Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Lakeland Terriers live longer than Goldadors.

    Price of Goldador versus Price of Lakeland Terrier

    The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Lakeland Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Lakeland Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2325. However, the price of the Lakeland Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Lakeland Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Lakeland Terrier is more expensive than the Goldador.

    Goldador Lakeland Terrier
    Average Price $1320 $1810
    Price Range $900 to $1650 $1600 to $2325

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers?

    A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldador puppy or the Lakeland Terrier 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills 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: Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Lakeland Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Goldadors shed more than Lakeland Terriers?

    Goldadors shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Lakeland Terrier

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lakeland Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

    Lakeland Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors 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.

    Lakeland Terriers 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.

    Do Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Lakeland Terriers?

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

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Lakeland Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Lakeland Terrier

    Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

    Lakeland Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldador or the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Lakeland Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Lakeland Terriers?

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

    Lakeland Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Lakeland Terriers?

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

    Lakeland Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Lakeland Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Lakeland Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldador or the Lakeland Terrier?

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

    Lakeland Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador

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

  • Goldendoodle (76 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Goldendoodle.
  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Dalmatian.
  • Labradoodle (85 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle.
  • Pyredoodle (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Lakeland Terrier vs Pyredoodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier

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

  • Irish Terrier (79 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Irish Terrier.
  • Barbet (80 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Barbet.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Lakeland Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Goldador versus Lakeland Terrier. 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 Goldador and the Lakeland Terrier better suits you and your family.