Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldendoodle Versus Miniature Pinscher: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Miniature Pinscher
- Adopting the Goldendoodle versus Adopting the Miniature Pinscher
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Miniature Pinschers?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Pinscher?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Pinschers?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Miniature Pinscher
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Miniature Pinschers?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Miniature Pinschers?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Miniature Pinscher?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Miniature Pinscher: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher? 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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher 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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher 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 Goldendoodle and for the Miniature Pinscher. 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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher.
Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Miniature Pinscher is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Goldendoodle 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 Miniature Pinscher 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.
Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher
| Factor | Goldendoodle | Miniature Pinscher |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 8 to 11 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2170 | $1470 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $825 – $1500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Goldendoodle 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 Miniature Pinscher. 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 Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Miniature Pinscher is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Miniature Pinscher. So, you should get the Goldendoodle!
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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher
The Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher.
Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is 12.0 years.
Goldendoodles live longer than Miniature Pinschers.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Miniature Pinscher
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Miniature Pinscher puppy is $1470. The price of the Miniature Pinscher typically ranges from $825 – $1500. However, the price of the Miniature Pinscher can be as low as $100 and as high as $50000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 159 Miniature Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldendoodle is more expensive than the Miniature Pinscher.
| Goldendoodle | Miniature Pinscher | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2170 | $1470 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $825 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Miniature Pinscher. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Miniature Pinscher puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldendoodle puppy or the Miniature Pinscher 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.
Adopting the Goldendoodle versus Adopting the Miniature Pinscher
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Goldendoodles and many Miniature Pinschers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Goldendoodle named **Adoption Pending**Pie-Fl that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Goldendoodles like **Adoption Pending**Pie-Fl on pefinder.com.
Also, like Goldendoodles, Miniature Pinschers are also available for adoption. For example, Cosmo is a Male Miniature Pinscher that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Miniature Pinschers like Cosmo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Sammy is the name of another Goldendoodle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Chase is an adorable Male Miniature Pinscher on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Goldendoodles and Miniature Pinschers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Miniature Pinschers?
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Miniature Pinschers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles 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.
Miniature Pinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Miniature Pinschers?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Miniature Pinschers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Miniature Pinscher
Goldendoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Miniature Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Miniature Pinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Miniature Pinschers?
Goldendoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Miniature Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Miniature Pinschers?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Miniature Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Miniature Pinscher?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Miniature Pinscher
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Miniature Pinscher 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 Miniature Pinscher:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Goldendoodle and how the Miniature Pinscher compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Miniature Pinscher to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Norfolk Terrier Goldendoodle versus Stabyhoun Goldendoodle versus Rottweiler Goldendoodle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Goldendoodle versus Samoyed Goldendoodle versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Goldendoodle versus Leonberger Goldendoodle versus Chinese Crested Goldendoodle versus Sealyham Terrier Goldendoodle versus Bloodhound Goldendoodle versus Dachshund Goldendoodle versus Rottweiler Goldendoodle versus Shiba Inu Goldendoodle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Goldendoodle versus Catahoula Bulldog Goldendoodle versus West Highland White Terrier Goldendoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog Goldendoodle versus Welsh Terrier Goldendoodle versus Shih Tzu Goldendoodle versus Cavapoo Goldendoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff Goldendoodle versus Labrador Retriever Goldendoodle versus Dalmatian Goldendoodle versus Tibetan Terrier Goldendoodle versus Great Dane
Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
Miniature Pinscher versus Bearded Collie Miniature Pinscher versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Miniature Pinscher versus Beagle Miniature Pinscher versus Black and Tan Coonhound Miniature Pinscher versus Papipoo Miniature Pinscher versus Akita Chow Miniature Pinscher versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Miniature Pinscher versus Papipoo Miniature Pinscher versus Tibetan Spaniel Miniature Pinscher versus Boxerdoodle Miniature Pinscher versus Dachshund Miniature Pinscher versus Doberman Pinscher Miniature Pinscher versus American Hairless Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Dachshund Miniature Pinscher versus Black Russian Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Mountain Cur Miniature Pinscher versus English Toy Spaniel Miniature Pinscher versus German Longhaired Pointer Miniature Pinscher versus Kuvasz Miniature Pinscher versus Frenchton Miniature Pinscher versus Braque du Bourbonnais Miniature Pinscher versus Bullmastiff Miniature Pinscher versus Beagle Miniature Pinscher versus Biewer Terrier Miniature Pinscher versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Miniature Pinscher. 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 Goldendoodle and the Miniature Pinscher better suits you and your family.