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

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Saint Berdoodle Versus Shiranian: Introduction

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

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

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 Shiranian.

Saint Berdoodle versus Shiranian: Overview

A very important difference between the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Saint Berdoodle is a large-sized dog while the Shiranian is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are not purebred dogs.

Saint Berdoodle versus Shiranian: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Saint Berdoodle to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian

Factor Saint Berdoodle Shiranian
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 15 to 30 inches 7 to 12 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 180 pounds 4 to 16 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 12 to 16 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $2020 $1230
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $925 – $1200
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 Shiranian. 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 Shiranian is 84 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Shiranian. 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 Shiranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian

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

  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Shiranian are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Saint Berdoodle versus Shiranian

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

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

    On the other hand, Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Saint Berdoodle versus Shiranian

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

    The lifespan of Shiranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiranians is 14.0 years.

    Shiranians live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Saint Berdoodle versus Price of Shiranian

    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 Shiranian puppy is $1230. The price of the Shiranian typically ranges from $925 – $1200. However, the price of the Shiranian can be as low as $400 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 35 Shiranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Berdoodle is more expensive than the Shiranian.

    Saint Berdoodle Shiranian
    Average Price $2020 $1230
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $925 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Saint Berdoodle and Shiranian. For different price points, the charts show how many Saint Berdoodle puppies or how many Shiranian 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 Shiranians

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiranians

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

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Shiranians do not like to be left alone.

    Do Saint Berdoodles shed more than Shiranians?

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Saint Berdoodle or the Shiranian

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shiranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Shiranians 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 Saint Berdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Shiranians?

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Saint Berdoodle vs. Shiranian

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

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Saint Berdoodles good family dogs? What about Shiranians?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Saint Berdoodles and Shiranians?

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

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

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Easier to Train than the Shiranian?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Shiranians are not easy to train.

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

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Pomapoo (75 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Pomapoo.
  • Shichon (74 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Shichon.
  • Shihpoo (76 percent match with Shiranian). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Shihpoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Collie     Saint Berdoodle versus Borzoi     Saint Berdoodle versus Azawakh     Saint Berdoodle versus Kai Ken     Saint Berdoodle versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Westiepoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Pomeranian     Saint Berdoodle versus Belgian Sheepdog     Saint Berdoodle versus Whippet     Saint Berdoodle versus Dachshund     Saint Berdoodle versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Saint Berdoodle versus Goldendoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Japanese Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Mudi     Saint Berdoodle versus Borzoi     Saint Berdoodle versus Leonberger     Saint Berdoodle versus Scottish Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Jack Russell Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Shiloh Shepherd     Saint Berdoodle versus Afghan Hound     Saint Berdoodle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Saint Berdoodle versus Berger Picard     Saint Berdoodle versus Whoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Labradoodle     

    Shiranian Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shiranian versus Bedlington Terrier     Shiranian versus Chi-Poo     Shiranian versus Xoloitzcuintli     Shiranian versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Shiranian versus Coton de Tulear     Shiranian versus Hovawart     Shiranian versus Lhasapoo     Shiranian versus Japanese Chin     Shiranian versus Greyhound     Shiranian versus Boxer     Shiranian versus Shihpoo     Shiranian versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Shiranian versus German Pinscher     Shiranian versus Azawakh     Shiranian versus Kishu Ken     Shiranian versus Golden Retriever     Shiranian versus Pomapoo     Shiranian versus Westiepoo     Shiranian versus Japanese Chin     Shiranian versus Maltipoo     Shiranian versus Miniature Schnauzer     Shiranian versus American Water Spaniel     Shiranian versus Dalmatian     Shiranian versus Great Pyrenees     Shiranian versus Border Collie     

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