Differences and Similarities between the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli.

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Goldador Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

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

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

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 Xoloitzcuintli.

Goldador versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

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

Goldador versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Goldador to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Goldador Xoloitzcuintli
Low Prey Drive 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 14 to 20 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
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 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 60 to 80 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 17.0 years
Average Price $1320 $1890
Price Range $900 – $1650 $1000 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • 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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Xoloitzcuintlis 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, Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Xoloitzcuintlis adapt well to apartment living.
  • Goldadors are good for new dog owners. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.
  • Goldadors get along well with other dogs. However, Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Goldadors are very friendly towards strangers. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are very easy to train.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Goldador and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    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, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Goldador versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Goldadors.

    Price of Goldador versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Xoloitzcuintli is more expensive than the Goldador.

    Goldador Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $1320 $1890
    Price Range $900 to $1650 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldador and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldador puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

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

    Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Goldadors shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Goldadors shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Goldadors are very easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

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

    Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Xoloitzcuintli

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

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

    Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Goldadors are very easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Goldador vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Goldador versus Valley Bulldog     Goldador versus Kai Ken     Goldador versus Bluetick Coonhound     Goldador versus Frenchton     Goldador versus Saint Bernard     Goldador versus Coton de Tulear     Goldador versus Bearded Collie     Goldador versus Borzoi     Goldador versus Japanese Chin     Goldador versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Goldador versus Golden Retriever     Goldador versus Boston Terrier     Goldador versus Field Spaniel     Goldador versus Vizsla     Goldador versus Greyhound     Goldador versus Chorkie     Goldador versus Miniature Pinscher     Goldador versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Goldador versus Finnish Lapphund     Goldador versus Afghan Hound     Goldador versus Bulldog     Goldador versus Cockapoo     Goldador versus Pomapoo     Goldador versus Skye Terrier     Goldador versus Pyredoodle     

    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus Miniature Schnauzer     Xoloitzcuintli versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Miniature Poodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Schnoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Lhasa Apso     Xoloitzcuintli versus Field Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Labradoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Labrador Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus Chinook     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bernedoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cane Corso     Xoloitzcuintli versus Australian Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Canaan Dog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Shih Tzu     Xoloitzcuintli versus Affenhuahua     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Xoloitzcuintli versus Golden Retriever     Xoloitzcuintli versus Scottish Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Basenji     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bloodhound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Pomsky     Xoloitzcuintli versus Shihpoo     Xoloitzcuintli versus Beaglier     Xoloitzcuintli versus German Wirehaired Pointer     

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