Is the Goldador Better than the Weimaraner as a Pet? Answer…

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Goldador Versus Weimaraner: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador and the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner.

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 Weimaraner.

Goldador versus Weimaraner: Overview

Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are similar in size. The Goldador and the Weimaraner are both large-sized dogs.

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 Weimaraner 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.

Goldador versus Weimaraner: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Goldador to the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner

Factor Goldador Weimaraner
Low Prey Drive 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 11 to 13 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 1/5
Height 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
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 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 55 to 85 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1320 $1080
Price Range $900 – $1650 $950 – $1250
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Hypomyelination
  • Thyroid
  • 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 Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner is 67 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Weimaraner

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

  • Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Weimaraners have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Goldadors are not prone to nip and chew at things. However, Weimaraners are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.
  • The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Weimaraner

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

  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are very easy to train.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Goldador and the Weimaraner are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Weimaraner

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

    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, Weimaraners weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Weimaraners are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Goldador versus Weimaraner

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

    The lifespan of Weimaraners is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Weimaraners is 12.0 years.

    Goldadors live longer than Weimaraners.

    Price of Goldador versus Price of Weimaraner

    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 Weimaraner puppy is $1080. The price of the Weimaraner typically ranges from $950 – $1250. However, the price of the Weimaraner can be as low as $300 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 114 Weimaraner puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Goldador is more expensive than the Weimaraner.

    Goldador Weimaraner
    Average Price $1320 $1080
    Price Range $900 to $1650 $950 to $1250

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldador and Weimaraner. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldador puppies or how many Weimaraner 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 Weimaraners?

    A breakdown of the prices of Weimaraners?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldador puppy or the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.

    Do Goldadors shed more than Weimaraners?

    Goldadors shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Weimaraner

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Weimaraner?

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

    Weimaraners are very easy to groom.

    Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Weimaraner?

    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.

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners?

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

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Weimaraners can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Weimaraner

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

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

    Weimaraners can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Weimaraners get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Weimaraners?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Weimaraners?

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

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

    Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Weimaraner?

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Weimaraners are very easy to train.

    Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Weimaraner?

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

    Weimaraners are not the best dogs 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 Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle.
  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Weimaraner vs Dalmatian.
  • Labradoodle (85 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Weimaraner vs Labradoodle.
  • Pyredoodle (75 percent match with Goldador). Here is our comparison of the Weimaraner vs Pyredoodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Weimaraner

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Goldador versus Cairn Terrier     Goldador versus Belgian Sheepdog     Goldador versus Norfolk Terrier     Goldador versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Goldador versus Azawakh     Goldador versus Bolognese     Goldador versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Goldador versus Sussex Spaniel     Goldador versus Finnish Lapphund     Goldador versus Tibetan Terrier     Goldador versus Pug     Goldador versus Finnish Spitz     Goldador versus Redbone Coonhound     Goldador versus Sussex Spaniel     Goldador versus Greyhound     Goldador versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Goldador versus Bernedoodle     Goldador versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Goldador versus Basenji     Goldador versus French Bulldog     Goldador versus Bulldog     Goldador versus Canaan Dog     Goldador versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Goldador versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Goldador versus Lhasapoo     

    Weimaraner Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Weimaraner versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Weimaraner versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Weimaraner versus Pointer     Weimaraner versus Shichon     Weimaraner versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Weimaraner versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Weimaraner versus Norfolk Terrier     Weimaraner versus Manchester Terrier     Weimaraner versus Finnish Lapphund     Weimaraner versus Bearded Collie     Weimaraner versus Clumber Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Silky Terrier     Weimaraner versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Weimaraner versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Weimaraner versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Weimaraner versus Catahoula Bulldog     Weimaraner versus Shetland Sheepdog     Weimaraner versus Catahoula Bulldog     Weimaraner versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Weimaraner versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Weimaraner versus Border Collie     Weimaraner versus French Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Weimaraner versus Boxer     

    Conclusion: Goldador versus Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner better suits you and your family.