Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Papipoo Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction
- Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview
- Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli
- The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Lifespan of Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Price of Papipoo versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli
- Do Papipoos shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Do Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Xoloitzcuintli
- Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
- How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Xoloitzcuintlis?
- Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papipoo Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli? 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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli.
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 Xoloitzcuintli.
Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview
A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Xoloitzcuintli is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papipoo to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli
| Factor | Papipoo | Xoloitzcuintli |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 14 to 20 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 6 to 14 pounds | 10 to 50 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 17.0 years |
| Average Price | $1500 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $1500 | $1000 – $2500 |
| 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 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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli
Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli are most different:
The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli
The Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Xoloitzcuintli.
Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli
The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.
Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Papipoos.
Price of Papipoo versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli
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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Xoloitzcuintli is more expensive than the Papipoo.
| Papipoo | Xoloitzcuintli | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1500 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $1500 | $1000 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Papipoo and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Papipoo puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintlis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papipoo puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli
Papipoos do not like to be left alone.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.
Do Papipoos shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?
Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli
Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.
Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Xoloitzcuintli
Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.
Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?
Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Xoloitzcuintlis?
Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos are very easy to train.
Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.
Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Xoloitzcuintli?
Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.
Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Xoloitzcuintli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Xoloitzcuintli to other breeds:
Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papipoo versus Boerboel Papipoo versus Spanish Mastiff Papipoo versus Kerry Blue Terrier Papipoo versus Keeshond Papipoo versus Lakeland Terrier Papipoo versus Chi-Poo Papipoo versus Beaglier Papipoo versus Miniature Schnauzer Papipoo versus Schnoodle Papipoo versus Belgian Malinois Papipoo versus Greyhound Papipoo versus Boxerdoodle Papipoo versus Cavachon Papipoo versus West Highland White Terrier Papipoo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Papipoo versus Norwegian Buhund Papipoo versus Irish Terrier Papipoo versus Shih Tzu Papipoo versus Border Terrier Papipoo versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Papipoo versus Field Spaniel Papipoo versus Puli Papipoo versus Standard Poodle Papipoo versus Bordoodle
Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds
Xoloitzcuintli versus Finnish Spitz Xoloitzcuintli versus Siberian Husky Xoloitzcuintli versus Samoyed Xoloitzcuintli versus Doberman Pinscher Xoloitzcuintli versus Bernedoodle Xoloitzcuintli versus Vizsla Xoloitzcuintli versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Xoloitzcuintli versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Xoloitzcuintli versus Aussiedoodle Xoloitzcuintli versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Xoloitzcuintli versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Xoloitzcuintli versus American Water Spaniel Xoloitzcuintli versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Xoloitzcuintli versus Mountain Cur Xoloitzcuintli versus Valley Bulldog Xoloitzcuintli versus German Shorthaired Pointer Xoloitzcuintli versus Affenhuahua Xoloitzcuintli versus Airedale Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Toy Fox Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Berger Picard Xoloitzcuintli versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Xoloitzcuintli versus Borzoi Xoloitzcuintli versus Japanese Spitz Xoloitzcuintli versus Carolina Dog
Conclusion: Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli better suits you and your family.