Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldendoodle Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Portuguese Water Dog
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Water Dog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Portuguese Water Dog is a medium-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 Portuguese Water Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Factor | Goldendoodle | Portuguese Water Dog |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 35 to 60 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $2170 | $2860 |
Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $2500 – $3300 |
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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog
The Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Portuguese Water Dog.
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, Portuguese Water Dogs weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Water Dogs are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is 12.0 years.
Goldendoodles live longer than Portuguese Water Dogs.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog puppy is $2860. The price of the Portuguese Water Dog typically ranges from $2500 – $3300. However, the price of the Portuguese Water Dog can be as low as $900 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 140 Portuguese Water Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Portuguese Water Dog is more expensive than the Goldendoodle.
Goldendoodle | Portuguese Water Dog | |
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Average Price | $2170 | $2860 |
Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $2500 to $3300 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Portuguese Water Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
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A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Portuguese Water Dogs?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldendoodle puppy or the Portuguese Water Dog 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: Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
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.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Portuguese Water Dog
Goldendoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Portuguese Water Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Goldendoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Portuguese Water Dogs?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Goldendoodle and how the Portuguese Water Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Portuguese Water Dog to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus German Pinscher Goldendoodle versus West Highland White Terrier Goldendoodle versus Spinone Italiano Goldendoodle versus Belgian Tervuren Goldendoodle versus Komondor Goldendoodle versus Catahoula Bulldog Goldendoodle versus Cane Corso Goldendoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Goldendoodle versus Akita Goldendoodle versus Maremma Sheepdog Goldendoodle versus Tibetan Spaniel Goldendoodle versus Norfolk Terrier Goldendoodle versus German Shorthaired Pointer Goldendoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Goldendoodle versus Borzoi Goldendoodle versus Carolina Dog Goldendoodle versus Borzoi Goldendoodle versus Lagotto Romagnolo Goldendoodle versus Bluetick Coonhound Goldendoodle versus Cavapoo Goldendoodle versus Lagotto Romagnolo Goldendoodle versus Pekingese Goldendoodle versus Canaan Dog Goldendoodle versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Portuguese Water Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Portuguese Water Dog versus Bearded Collie Portuguese Water Dog versus Basenji Portuguese Water Dog versus Black Mouth Cur Portuguese Water Dog versus Border Collie Portuguese Water Dog versus Miniature Pinscher Portuguese Water Dog versus Rottweiler Portuguese Water Dog versus Sussex Spaniel Portuguese Water Dog versus Newfoundland Portuguese Water Dog versus Lhasapoo Portuguese Water Dog versus Whippet Portuguese Water Dog versus Korean Jindo Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Karelian Bear Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Portuguese Water Dog versus Australian Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Bichon Frise Portuguese Water Dog versus Black Mouth Cur Portuguese Water Dog versus Boxer Portuguese Water Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus American Hairless Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Beagle Portuguese Water Dog versus Stabyhoun Portuguese Water Dog versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Portuguese Water Dog versus Icelandic Sheepdog
Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog better suits you and your family.