Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Weimaraner Versus Whoodle: Introduction
- Weimaraner versus Whoodle: Overview
- Weimaraner versus Whoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle
- The Similarities Between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Weimaraner versus Whoodle
- Lifespan of Weimaraner versus Whoodle
- Price of Weimaraner versus Price of Whoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Weimaraner versus Whoodle
- Do Weimaraners shed more than Whoodles?
- Which one drools more, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle?
- Does the Weimaraner Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whoodle?
- Do Weimaraners Bark and Howl? What about Whoodles?
- Can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Weimaraner vs. Whoodle
- Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle?
- Are Weimaraners good family dogs? What about Whoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are Weimaraners and Whoodles?
- Is the Weimaraner Easier to Train than the Whoodle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Weimaraner
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Weimaraner versus Whoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Weimaraner Versus Whoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Weimaraner and the Whoodle? 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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle 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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Weimaraner and the Whoodle 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 Weimaraner and for the Whoodle. 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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Weimaraner or the Whoodle.
Weimaraner versus Whoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Weimaraner is a large-sized dog while the Whoodle is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Weimaraner 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.
On the other hand, the Whoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Weimaraner versus Whoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Weimaraner to the Whoodle 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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle
| Factor | Weimaraner | Whoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 11 to 13 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 20 inches |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 85 pounds | 20 to 45 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1080 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $950 – $1250 | $1650 – $2550 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Weimaraner 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 Whoodle. 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 Weimaraner is 67 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Whoodle is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Whoodle is a better pet than the Weimaraner. So, you should get the Whoodle!
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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle
Below is a list of where the Weimaraner and the Whoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle
The Weimaraner and the Whoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Weimaraner and the Whoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Weimaraner versus Whoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Weimaraner and the Whoodle.
Weimaraners weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Weimaraners are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Weimaraner versus Whoodle
The lifespan of Weimaraners is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Weimaraners is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Whoodles is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Whoodles is 13.5 years.
Whoodles live longer than Weimaraners.
Price of Weimaraner versus Price of Whoodle
The average price of the Weimaraner puppy is $1080. The price of the Weimaraner typically ranges from $950 – $1250. However, the price of a Weimaraner can be as low as $300 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Weimaraner puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Whoodle puppy is $2230. The price of the Whoodle typically ranges from $1650 – $2550. However, the price of the Whoodle can be as low as $1050 and as high as $6225. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 66 Whoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Whoodle is more expensive than the Weimaraner.
| Weimaraner | Whoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1080 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $950 to $1250 | $1650 to $2550 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Weimaraner and Whoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Weimaraner puppies or how many Whoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Weimaraners. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Weimaraner puppy or the Whoodle 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: Weimaraner versus Whoodle
Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.
Whoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Weimaraners shed more than Whoodles?
Weimaraners shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Whoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle
Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.
Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle?
Weimaraners are very easy to groom.
Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Weimaraner Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whoodle?
Weimaraners 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.
Whoodles 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 Weimaraners Bark and Howl? What about Whoodles?
Weimaraners are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Whoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Weimaraners can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Weimaraner vs. Whoodle
Weimaraners have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Whoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Weimaraners can tolerate hot weather.
Whoodles cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle?
Weimaraners get along fairly well with other dogs.
Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Weimaraners good family dogs? What about Whoodles?
Weimaraners are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Whoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Weimaraners and Whoodles?
Weimaraners get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Whoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Weimaraner Easier to Train than the Whoodle?
Weimaraners are very easy to train.
Whoodles are not easy to train.
Is the Weimaraner Better for Apartment Owners than the Whoodle?
Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.
Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Weimaraner or the Whoodle?
Weimaraners are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Weimaraner
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Whoodle 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 Whoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Weimaraner and how the Whoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Weimaraner and of the Whoodle to other breeds:
Weimaraner Versus Other Dog Breeds
Weimaraner versus Belgian Tervuren Weimaraner versus Pyrenean Shepherd Weimaraner versus Japanese Spitz Weimaraner versus Kai Ken Weimaraner versus Komondor Weimaraner versus American Foxhound Weimaraner versus Cairn Terrier Weimaraner versus Norwegian Lundehund Weimaraner versus Portuguese Pointer Weimaraner versus Coton de Tulear Weimaraner versus Flat-Coated Retriever Weimaraner versus Karelian Bear Dog Weimaraner versus Boykin Spaniel Weimaraner versus Chinese Shar-Pei Weimaraner versus Afghan Hound Weimaraner versus Finnish Lapphund Weimaraner versus Black Russian Terrier Weimaraner versus American Bulldog Weimaraner versus Airedale Terrier Weimaraner versus Braque du Bourbonnais Weimaraner versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Weimaraner versus Maltese Weimaraner versus Bloodhound Weimaraner versus Leonberger Weimaraner versus Norfolk Terrier
Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Whoodle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Whoodle versus Doberman Pinscher Whoodle versus Pyrenean Shepherd Whoodle versus Westiepoo Whoodle versus Dogue de Bordeaux Whoodle versus Lagotto Romagnolo Whoodle versus Shih Tzu Whoodle versus Boykin Spaniel Whoodle versus Pharaoh Hound Whoodle versus Boston Terrier Whoodle versus Afador Whoodle versus Toy Poodle Whoodle versus Japanese Chin Whoodle versus Chihuahua Whoodle versus Braque du Bourbonnais Whoodle versus Karelian Bear Dog Whoodle versus Leonberger Whoodle versus Clumber Spaniel Whoodle versus Airedale Terrier Whoodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Whoodle versus Korean Jindo Dog Whoodle versus Lhasapoo Whoodle versus Chi-Poo Whoodle versus King Shepherd Whoodle versus Kooikerhondje
Conclusion: Weimaraner versus Whoodle. 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 Weimaraner and the Whoodle better suits you and your family.