Which is Better between the Saint Berdoodle and the Tibetan Mastiff? A Very Detailed Review.

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Saint Berdoodle Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction

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

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

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 Tibetan Mastiff.

Saint Berdoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Tibetan Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Saint Berdoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Saint Berdoodle to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff

Factor Saint Berdoodle Tibetan Mastiff
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Height 15 to 30 inches 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 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 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Weight 40 to 180 pounds 75 to 160 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
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 $3190
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $1500 – $3000
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff is 77 out of 125.

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

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

  • Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train. However, Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.
  • Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners. However, Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Saint Berdoodle and the Tibetan Mastiff

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

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

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

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

    On the other hand, Tibetan Mastiffs weigh 75 to 160 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Mastiffs are 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Saint Berdoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff

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

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

    Tibetan Mastiffs live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of Saint Berdoodle versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff

    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 Tibetan Mastiff puppy is $3190. The price of the Tibetan Mastiff typically ranges from $1500 – $3000. However, the price of the Tibetan Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 18 Tibetan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Mastiff is more expensive than the Saint Berdoodle.

    Saint Berdoodle Tibetan Mastiff
    Average Price $2020 $3190
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $1500 to $3000

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs

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

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Saint Berdoodles shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Saint Berdoodle or the Tibetan Mastiff

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Saint Berdoodle or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Saint Berdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?

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

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

    Do Saint Berdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Saint Berdoodle vs. Tibetan Mastiff

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

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

    Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Tibetan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Saint Berdoodles good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Saint Berdoodles and Tibetan Mastiffs?

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

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

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Is the Saint Berdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Saint Berdoodles are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Bernedoodle (71 percent match with Tibetan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Bernedoodle.
  • Greater Swiss Mountain Dog (70 percent match with Tibetan Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Whippet     Saint Berdoodle versus Kishu Ken     Saint Berdoodle versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Saint Berdoodle versus English Setter     Saint Berdoodle versus Labradoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Welsh Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Japanese Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Border Collie     Saint Berdoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff     Saint Berdoodle versus Azawakh     Saint Berdoodle versus Bloodhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Saint Berdoodle versus English Springer Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus West Highland White Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Affenhuahua     Saint Berdoodle versus Redbone Coonhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Boxer     Saint Berdoodle versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Saint Berdoodle versus Bulldog     Saint Berdoodle versus Maltese     Saint Berdoodle versus Chinook     Saint Berdoodle versus French Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     

    Tibetan Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Tibetan Mastiff versus Italian Greyhound     Tibetan Mastiff versus Barbet     Tibetan Mastiff versus Rottweiler     Tibetan Mastiff versus Newfoundland     Tibetan Mastiff versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Tibetan Mastiff versus Havanese     Tibetan Mastiff versus Field Spaniel     Tibetan Mastiff versus Hovawart     Tibetan Mastiff versus Lakeland Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus Golden Retriever     Tibetan Mastiff versus Jack Russell Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus Cesky Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus West Highland White Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus Bouvier des Flandres     Tibetan Mastiff versus Catahoula Bulldog     Tibetan Mastiff versus Irish Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Tibetan Mastiff versus English Setter     Tibetan Mastiff versus Bernedoodle     Tibetan Mastiff versus Shichon     Tibetan Mastiff versus Schipperke     Tibetan Mastiff versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Tibetan Mastiff versus Norwich Terrier     Tibetan Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Tibetan Mastiff versus English Toy Spaniel     

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