Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldendoodle Versus Shihpoo: Introduction
- Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo: Overview
- Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo
- The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
- Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
- Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Shihpoo
- Adopting the Goldendoodle versus Adopting the Shihpoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
- Do Goldendoodles shed more than Shihpoos?
- Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo?
- Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shihpoo?
- Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Shihpoos?
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shihpoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Shihpoo
- Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shihpoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo?
- Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Shihpoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Shihpoos?
- Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Shihpoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shihpoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldendoodle Versus Shihpoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo? 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 Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo. 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 Shihpoo.
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 Shihpoo.
Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog while the Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldendoodle to the Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo
Factor | Goldendoodle | Shihpoo |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 13 to 17 years |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 8 to 18 inches |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 50 to 90 pounds | 8 to 18 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 15.0 years |
Average Price | $2170 | $1590 |
Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $1200 – $2000 |
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 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 Shihpoo. 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 Shihpoo is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the Shihpoo. 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 Shihpoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo
Below is a list of where the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo
The Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldendoodle and the Shihpoo.
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, Shihpoos weigh 8 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Shihpoos are 8 to 18 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
The lifespan of Goldendoodles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldendoodles is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Shihpoos is between 13 to 17 years . The average lifespan of Shihpoos is 15.0 years.
Shihpoos live longer than Goldendoodles.
Price of Goldendoodle versus Price of Shihpoo
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 Shihpoo puppy is $1590. The price of the Shihpoo typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Shihpoo can be as low as $300 and as high as $4325. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shihpoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldendoodle is more expensive than the Shihpoo.
Goldendoodle | Shihpoo | |
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Average Price | $2170 | $1590 |
Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1200 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldendoodle and Shihpoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldendoodle puppies or how many Shihpoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/goldendoodle-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles. The typical price range is shaded Green.
![A breakdown of the prices of Shihpoos](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/shihpoo-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Shihpoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Goldendoodle puppy or the Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Goldendoodles and many Shihpoos 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 Winston-Tx that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Goldendoodles like Winston-Tx on pefinder.com.
Also, like Goldendoodles, Shihpoos are also available for adoption. For example, Toby is a Male Shihpoo that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shihpoos like Toby that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
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Sammy is the name of another Goldendoodle (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Polo is an adorable Male Shihpoo on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
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You can find more Goldendoodles and Shihpoos that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Shihpoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldendoodles shed more than Shihpoos?
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Shihpoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shihpoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo?
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Shihpoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Goldendoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shihpoo?
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.
Shihpoos 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.
Do Goldendoodles Bark and Howl? What about Shihpoos?
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Shihpoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shihpoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Shihpoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldendoodle vs. Shihpoo
Goldendoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Shihpoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shihpoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldendoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shihpoos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo?
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Shihpoos do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Goldendoodles good family dogs? What about Shihpoos?
Goldendoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shihpoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Goldendoodles and Shihpoos?
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shihpoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Goldendoodle Easier to Train than the Shihpoo?
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Shihpoos are not easy to train.
Is the Goldendoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Shihpoo?
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Shihpoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldendoodle or the Shihpoo?
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Shihpoos are not the best dogs 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 Shihpoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shihpoo 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 Shihpoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Goldendoodle and how the Shihpoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldendoodle and of the Shihpoo to other breeds:
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Norwegian Lundehund Goldendoodle versus Boykin Spaniel Goldendoodle versus Bloodhound Goldendoodle versus Beaglier Goldendoodle versus Kooikerhondje Goldendoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog Goldendoodle versus Puggle Goldendoodle versus Spanish Mastiff Goldendoodle versus English Springer Spaniel Goldendoodle versus Azawakh Goldendoodle versus Beagle Goldendoodle versus Mudi Goldendoodle versus Maltipoo Goldendoodle versus Lowchen Goldendoodle versus Bearded Collie Goldendoodle versus Boerboel Goldendoodle versus Weimaraner Goldendoodle versus Lakeland Terrier Goldendoodle versus Alaskan Malamute Goldendoodle versus Standard Poodle Goldendoodle versus Boxer Goldendoodle versus German Pinscher Goldendoodle versus Valley Bulldog Goldendoodle versus English Setter Goldendoodle versus Tibetan Spaniel
Shihpoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shihpoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever Shihpoo versus Kooikerhondje Shihpoo versus West Highland White Terrier Shihpoo versus Kerry Blue Terrier Shihpoo versus Bullmastiff Shihpoo versus King Shepherd Shihpoo versus Standard Schnauzer Shihpoo versus Irish Setter Shihpoo versus Bolognese Shihpoo versus Curly-Coated Retriever Shihpoo versus Silky Terrier Shihpoo versus Sussex Spaniel Shihpoo versus American Bulldog Shihpoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Shihpoo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Shihpoo versus Chinese Shar-Pei Shihpoo versus Mountain Cur Shihpoo versus American Foxhound Shihpoo versus Valley Bulldog Shihpoo versus Bouvier des Flandres Shihpoo versus German Pinscher Shihpoo versus English Cocker Spaniel Shihpoo versus Goldador Shihpoo versus Sussex Spaniel Shihpoo versus Schipperke
Conclusion: Goldendoodle versus Shihpoo. 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 Shihpoo better suits you and your family.