Is the Saint Berdoodle Better than the Saluki as a Pet? Answer…

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Saint Berdoodle Versus Saluki: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki? 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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki 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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki 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 Saint Berdoodle and for the Saluki. 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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki.

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

Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki: Overview

Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are similar in size. The Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are both large-sized dogs.

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

On the other hand, the Saluki belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Saint Berdoodle to the Saluki 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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki

Factor Saint Berdoodle Saluki
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 15 to 30 inches 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 180 pounds 35 to 70 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2020 $2250
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $2250 – $2250
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 Saint Berdoodle 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 Saluki. 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 Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Saluki is 74 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Saluki. So, you should get the Saint Berdoodle!

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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki

Below is a list of where the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are most different:

  • Saint Berdoodles are very friendly towards strangers. However, Salukis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners. However, Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki

    The Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are most similar:

  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are very easy to train.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki get along well with other dogs.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki.

    Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Salukis weigh 35 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Salukis are 23 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    The lifespan of Salukis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Salukis is 13.0 years.

    Salukis live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Saint Berdoodle versus Price of Saluki

    The average price of the Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Saluki puppy is $2250. The price of the Saluki typically ranges from $2250 – $2250. However, the price of the Saluki can be as low as $2250 and as high as $2250. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Saluki puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saluki is more expensive than the Saint Berdoodle.

    Saint Berdoodle Saluki
    Average Price $2020 $2250
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $2250 to $2250

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Saint Berdoodle and Saluki. For different price points, the charts show how many Saint Berdoodle puppies or how many Saluki puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Salukis

    A breakdown of the prices of Salukis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Saint Berdoodle puppy or the Saluki 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: Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Salukis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Saint Berdoodles shed more than Salukis?

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Saint Berdoodle or the Saluki

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Salukis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Saint Berdoodle or the Saluki?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Salukis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Saint Berdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saluki?

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

    Salukis 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 Saint Berdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Salukis?

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Salukis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Saint Berdoodle vs. Saluki

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

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Salukis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Salukis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Saint Berdoodle or the Saluki?

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Salukis get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Saint Berdoodles good family dogs? What about Salukis?

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Saint Berdoodles and Salukis?

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Easier to Train than the Saluki?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Salukis are very easy to train.

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Saluki?

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Salukis do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Saint Berdoodle or the Saluki?

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Salukis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Saluki vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Saluki vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Saluki vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Saluki vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saluki

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (77 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (75 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (75 percent match with Saluki). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Saint Berdoodle and how the Saluki compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Saint Berdoodle and of the Saluki to other breeds:

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Standard Poodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Lakeland Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Saint Berdoodle versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Pug     Saint Berdoodle versus Borzoi     Saint Berdoodle versus Cane Corso     Saint Berdoodle versus American Hairless Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Bordoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus German Pinscher     Saint Berdoodle versus English Cocker Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Bull Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus English Toy Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Scottish Deerhound     Saint Berdoodle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Saint Berdoodle versus Yorkipoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Kai Ken     Saint Berdoodle versus Lancashire Heeler     Saint Berdoodle versus English Setter     Saint Berdoodle versus English Springer Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Cesky Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Portuguese Water Dog     

    Saluki Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saluki versus Bedlington Terrier     Saluki versus Australian Kelpie     Saluki versus Bouvier des Flandres     Saluki versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Saluki versus Azawakh     Saluki versus Maremma Sheepdog     Saluki versus Saint Berdoodle     Saluki versus Golden Retriever     Saluki versus Welsh Terrier     Saluki versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Saluki versus Valley Bulldog     Saluki versus Kooikerhondje     Saluki versus Pekingese     Saluki versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Saluki versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Saluki versus Biewer Terrier     Saluki versus Norwegian Buhund     Saluki versus Portuguese Pointer     Saluki versus Australian Shepherd     Saluki versus Shichon     Saluki versus Dutch Shepherd     Saluki versus Bedlington Terrier     Saluki versus Shih Tzu     Saluki versus Boykin Spaniel     Saluki versus German Longhaired Pointer     

    Conclusion: Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki. 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 Saint Berdoodle and the Saluki better suits you and your family.