Is the Papipoo Better than the Tibetan Terrier as a Pet? Answer…

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Papipoo Versus Tibetan Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier? 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier 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 Papipoo and for the Tibetan Terrier. 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier.

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

Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Tibetan Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Tibetan Terrier 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.

Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo to the Tibetan Terrier 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier

Factor Papipoo Tibetan Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 20 to 24 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1500 $1930
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $1500 – $2100
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo 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 Tibetan Terrier. 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Tibetan Terrier is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Tibetan Terrier. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier

    The Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier.

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Tibetan Terriers weigh 20 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Tibetan Terriers live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Papipoo versus Price of Tibetan Terrier

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Tibetan Terrier puppy is $1930. The price of the Tibetan Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of the Tibetan Terrier can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Tibetan Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Terrier is more expensive than the Papipoo.

    Papipoo Tibetan Terrier
    Average Price $1500 $1930
    Price Range $1500 to $1500 $1500 to $2100

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Papipoo and Tibetan Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Papipoo puppies or how many Tibetan Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papipoo puppy or the Tibetan Terrier 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: Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Tibetan Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Tibetan Terrier

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tibetan Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Tibetan Terrier?

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

    Tibetan Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Terrier?

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

    Tibetan Terriers 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 Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Tibetan Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Tibetan Terrier

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

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

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Tibetan Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Tibetan Terrier?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Tibetan Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Tibetan Terrier?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Tibetan Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Terrier?

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tibetan Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Tibetan Terrier?

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Tibetan Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

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

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Terrier

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

  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Barbet (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Barbet.
  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Tibetan Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Tibetan Terrier to other breeds:

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Pointer     Papipoo versus Bernedoodle     Papipoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Papipoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Papipoo versus Boxerdoodle     Papipoo versus Cesky Terrier     Papipoo versus Papillon     Papipoo versus American Eskimo Dog     Papipoo versus Bearded Collie     Papipoo versus Shiloh Shepherd     Papipoo versus Portuguese Water Dog     Papipoo versus Puli     Papipoo versus Greyhound     Papipoo versus Briard     Papipoo versus Havanese     Papipoo versus Lowchen     Papipoo versus Dalmatian     Papipoo versus Afador     Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli     Papipoo versus Havanese     Papipoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Papipoo versus Dogo Argentino     Papipoo versus Irish Wolfhound     Papipoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Papipoo versus Bull Terrier     

    Tibetan Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Tibetan Terrier versus Cane Corso     Tibetan Terrier versus Plott     Tibetan Terrier versus Westiepoo     Tibetan Terrier versus Pomchi     Tibetan Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli     Tibetan Terrier versus Keeshond     Tibetan Terrier versus Puggle     Tibetan Terrier versus Saint Bernard     Tibetan Terrier versus Italian Greyhound     Tibetan Terrier versus Mountain Cur     Tibetan Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Toy Poodle     Tibetan Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Havanese     Tibetan Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund     Tibetan Terrier versus Papillon     Tibetan Terrier versus Mudi     Tibetan Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog     Tibetan Terrier versus English Setter     Tibetan Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel     Tibetan Terrier versus Skye Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Cavapoo     Tibetan Terrier versus Maltese     

    Conclusion: Papipoo versus Tibetan Terrier. 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 Papipoo and the Tibetan Terrier better suits you and your family.