Which is Better between the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog? A Very Detailed Review.

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Miniature Pinscher Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog 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 Miniature Pinscher and for the Valley Bulldog. 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Miniature Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog.

Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog

Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Overview

A very important difference between the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Miniature Pinscher is a tiny-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Miniature Pinscher to the Valley Bulldog 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog

Factor Miniature Pinscher Valley Bulldog
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 25 inches
Life Span 10 to 14 years 8 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 8 to 11 pounds 50 to 125 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 10.0 years
Average Price $1470 $2050
Price Range $825 – $1500 $1950 – $2200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Clear By Parentage
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Miniature Pinscher 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Miniature Pinscher is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Valley Bulldog is a better pet than the Miniature Pinscher. So, you should get the Valley Bulldog!

    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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog

    Below is a list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are most different:

  • Miniature Pinschers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Valley Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog

    The Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:

  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog.

    Miniature Pinschers weigh 8 to 11 pounds when fully grown. Miniature Pinschers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog

    The lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Miniature Pinschers is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is 10.0 years.

    Miniature Pinschers live longer than Valley Bulldogs.

    Price of Miniature Pinscher versus Price of Valley Bulldog

    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 a Miniature Pinscher can be as low as $100 and as high as $50000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 159 Miniature Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Valley Bulldog puppy is $2050. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $1950 – $2200. However, the price of the Valley Bulldog can be as low as $1700 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Valley Bulldog is more expensive than the Miniature Pinscher.

    Miniature Pinscher Valley Bulldog
    Average Price $1470 $2050
    Price Range $825 to $1500 $1950 to $2200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Miniature Pinscher and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Miniature Pinscher puppies or how many Valley Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Miniature Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Miniature Pinscher puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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: Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog

    Miniature Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Miniature Pinschers shed more than Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Miniature Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog

    Miniature Pinschers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Miniature Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Miniature Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Miniature Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?

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

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

    Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Miniature Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Miniature Pinscher vs. Valley Bulldog

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

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

    Can Miniature Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Miniature Pinschers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Miniature Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Miniature Pinschers good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?

    Miniature Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Miniature Pinschers and Valley Bulldogs?

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

    Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Miniature Pinscher Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers are fairly easy to train.

    Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Miniature Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Miniature Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?

    Miniature Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Valley Bulldogs are OK for new dog owners.

    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:

  • American Hairless Terrier (75 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Manchester Terrier (79 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Schipperke (75 percent match with Miniature Pinscher). Here is our comparison of the Valley Bulldog vs Schipperke.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog

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

  • Rottweiler (74 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Rottweiler.
  • Boxer (80 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Boxer.
  • Bulldog (75 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs Bulldog.
  • French Bulldog (73 percent match with Valley Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Miniature Pinscher vs French Bulldog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Miniature Pinscher and how the Valley Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Miniature Pinscher and of the Valley Bulldog to other breeds:

    Miniature Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Valley Bulldog versus Pug     Valley Bulldog versus Cockapoo     Valley Bulldog versus Alaskan Malamute     Valley Bulldog versus Berger Picard     Valley Bulldog versus Shiloh Shepherd     Valley Bulldog versus Fila Brasileiro     Valley Bulldog versus Collie     Valley Bulldog versus Collie     Valley Bulldog versus Doberman Pinscher     Valley Bulldog versus Australian Terrier     Valley Bulldog versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Valley Bulldog versus Cesky Terrier     Valley Bulldog versus Norwegian Buhund     Valley Bulldog versus Mastiff     Valley Bulldog versus Fila Brasileiro     Valley Bulldog versus Maltese     Valley Bulldog versus Saint Bernard     Valley Bulldog versus Kishu Ken     Valley Bulldog versus Cocker Spaniel     Valley Bulldog versus Maremma Sheepdog     Valley Bulldog versus Barbet     Valley Bulldog versus Cavapoo     Valley Bulldog versus Silky Terrier     Valley Bulldog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     

    Conclusion: Miniature Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Miniature Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.