Breed Comparison: Sealyham Terrier Versus Sheepadoodle

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Sealyham Terrier Versus Sheepadoodle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle? 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle 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 Sealyham Terrier and for the Sheepadoodle. 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle.

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

Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Sealyham Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Sheepadoodle is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Sealyham Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Sheepadoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Sealyham Terrier to the Sheepadoodle 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle

Factor Sealyham Terrier Sheepadoodle
Easy To Groom 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Weight 22 to 24 pounds 60 to 80 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Height Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 16 to 22 inches
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1471 – $2300
Average Price No Data $1910
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
  • Primary Lens Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Sealyham Terrier 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 Sheepadoodle. 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 Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sheepadoodle is 91 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sheepadoodle is a better pet than the Sealyham Terrier. So, you should get the Sheepadoodle!

    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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle

    Below is a list of where the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are most different:

  • Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Sheepadoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle

    The Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are most similar:

  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are very playful.
  • Both the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle.

    Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Sheepadoodles weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Sheepadoodles are 16 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle

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

    The lifespan of Sheepadoodles is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Sheepadoodles is 13.5 years.

    Sheepadoodles live longer than Sealyham Terriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle

    Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Sheepadoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Sealyham Terriers shed more than Sheepadoodles?

    Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Sealyham Terrier or the Sheepadoodle

    Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.

    Sheepadoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Sealyham Terrier or the Sheepadoodle?

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

    Sheepadoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Sealyham Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sheepadoodle?

    Sealyham Terriers 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.

    Sheepadoodles 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 Sealyham Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Sheepadoodles?

    Sealyham Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sheepadoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Sheepadoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Sealyham Terrier vs. Sheepadoodle

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

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

    Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sheepadoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Sealyham Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Sealyham Terrier or the Sheepadoodle?

    Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Sheepadoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Sealyham Terriers good family dogs? What about Sheepadoodles?

    Sealyham Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Sealyham Terriers and Sheepadoodles?

    Sealyham Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Sealyham Terrier Easier to Train than the Sheepadoodle?

    Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Sheepadoodles are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Sealyham Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Sheepadoodle?

    Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Sheepadoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Sealyham Terrier or the Sheepadoodle?

    Sealyham Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Sheepadoodles are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier

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

  • Dutch Shepherd (75 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Sheepadoodle vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Sheepadoodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sheepadoodle

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

  • Standard Poodle (77 percent match with Sheepadoodle). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Standard Poodle.
  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Sheepadoodle). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Sheepadoodle). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Schnoodle.
  • Bernedoodle (79 percent match with Sheepadoodle). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Bernedoodle.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Sealyham Terrier and how the Sheepadoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Sealyham Terrier and of the Sheepadoodle to other breeds:

    Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Sheepadoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sheepadoodle versus Cane Corso     Sheepadoodle versus Pomapoo     Sheepadoodle versus American Foxhound     Sheepadoodle versus Great Pyrenees     Sheepadoodle versus Biewer Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Manchester Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Sheepadoodle versus Airedale Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Shihpoo     Sheepadoodle versus Tibetan Spaniel     Sheepadoodle versus Patterdale Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Whoodle     Sheepadoodle versus Yorkshire Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Lakeland Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Tibetan Mastiff     Sheepadoodle versus Barbet     Sheepadoodle versus Havanese     Sheepadoodle versus Chihuahua     Sheepadoodle versus Kai Ken     Sheepadoodle versus Cocker Spaniel     Sheepadoodle versus Lhasa Apso     Sheepadoodle versus Komondor     Sheepadoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Sheepadoodle versus Clumber Spaniel     

    Conclusion: Sealyham Terrier versus Sheepadoodle. 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 Sealyham Terrier and the Sheepadoodle better suits you and your family.