Differences and Similarities between the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano.

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Saint Berdoodle Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction

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

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

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 Spinone Italiano.

Saint Berdoodle versus Spinone Italiano: Overview

Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are similar in size. The Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Saint Berdoodle versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Saint Berdoodle to the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano

Factor Saint Berdoodle Spinone Italiano
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Height 15 to 30 inches 22 to 28 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 40 to 180 pounds 61 to 86 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2020 $1180
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $1000 – $1000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • 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 Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Saint Berdoodle is a better pet than the Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano

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

  • Saint Berdoodles do not have the tendency to drool. However, Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano

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

  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are very easy to train.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Saint Berdoodle and the Spinone Italiano get along well with other dogs.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Saint Berdoodle versus Spinone Italiano

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

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

    On the other hand, Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Saint Berdoodle versus Spinone Italiano

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

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

    Spinone Italianos live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Saint Berdoodle versus Price of Spinone Italiano

    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 Spinone Italiano puppy is $1180. The price of the Spinone Italiano typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of the Spinone Italiano can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 30 Spinone Italiano puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Berdoodle is more expensive than the Spinone Italiano.

    Saint Berdoodle Spinone Italiano
    Average Price $2020 $1180
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $1000 to $1000

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos

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

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Saint Berdoodles shed more than Spinone Italianos?

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Spinone Italianos shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Saint Berdoodle or the Spinone Italiano

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Saint Berdoodle or the Spinone Italiano?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Saint Berdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?

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

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos?

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Saint Berdoodle vs. Spinone Italiano

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

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano?

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Saint Berdoodles good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?

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

    Spinone Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Saint Berdoodles and Spinone Italianos?

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

    Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Collie (75 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Collie.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds

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