A Detailed Comparison of the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun.

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Maremma Sheepdog Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun 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 Maremma Sheepdog and for the Stabyhoun. 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 Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Maremma Sheepdog or the Stabyhoun.

Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Maremma Sheepdog 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.

On the other hand, the Stabyhoun 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.

Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Maremma Sheepdog to the Stabyhoun 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 Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun

Factor Maremma Sheepdog Stabyhoun
Height 23.5 to 28.5 inches 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 1/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 2/5
Life Span 11 to 13 years 13 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 65 to 100 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1160 No Data
Price Range $495 – $1500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Shoulders
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Maremma Sheepdog 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 Stabyhoun. 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 Maremma Sheepdog is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Stabyhoun is a better pet than the Maremma Sheepdog. So, you should get the Stabyhoun!

    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 Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun

    Below is a list of where the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are most different:

  • Maremma Sheepdogs are not easy to train. However, Stabyhouns are very easy to train.
  • Maremma Sheepdogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Stabyhouns have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Maremma Sheepdogs not very playful. However, Stabyhouns are very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun

    The Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are most similar:

  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun.

    Maremma Sheepdogs weigh 65 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Maremma Sheepdogs are 23.5 to 28.5 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun

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

    The lifespan of Stabyhouns is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Stabyhouns is 13.5 years.

    Stabyhouns live longer than Maremma Sheepdogs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Maremma Sheepdogs shed more than Stabyhouns?

    Maremma Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Maremma Sheepdog or the Stabyhoun

    Maremma Sheepdogs drool moderately.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Maremma Sheepdog or the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Maremma Sheepdog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs 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.

    Stabyhouns 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 Maremma Sheepdogs Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Maremma Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Maremma Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Maremma Sheepdog vs. Stabyhoun

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Stabyhouns have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Maremma Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Maremma Sheepdogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Maremma Sheepdog or the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Maremma Sheepdogs good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

    Maremma Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Maremma Sheepdogs and Stabyhouns?

    Maremma Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Maremma Sheepdog Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs are not easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Is the Maremma Sheepdog Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Maremma Sheepdog or the Stabyhoun?

    Maremma Sheepdogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maremma Sheepdog

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (75 percent match with Maremma Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Hovawart (72 percent match with Maremma Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs Hovawart.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Maremma Sheepdog vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Maremma Sheepdog vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Maremma Sheepdog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus American Hairless Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Lancashire Heeler     Stabyhoun versus Cavapoo     Stabyhoun versus Cairn Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Irish Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Shih Tzu     Stabyhoun versus Korean Jindo Dog     Stabyhoun versus Mastiff     Stabyhoun versus Pomapoo     Stabyhoun versus Affenpinscher     Stabyhoun versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Stabyhoun versus Pomsky     Stabyhoun versus Pomapoo     Stabyhoun versus Spinone Italiano     Stabyhoun versus Norwegian Lundehund     Stabyhoun versus Lowchen     Stabyhoun versus Boykin Spaniel     Stabyhoun versus Beagle     Stabyhoun versus Cockalier     Stabyhoun versus Welsh Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Stabyhoun versus Goldador     Stabyhoun versus Puggle     Stabyhoun versus Cesky Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Giant Schnauzer     

    Conclusion: Maremma Sheepdog versus Stabyhoun. 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 Maremma Sheepdog and the Stabyhoun better suits you and your family.