Last Updated: Jun 15, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Australian Shepherd Versus Boxerdoodle: Introduction
- Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle: Overview
- Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle
- Size Comparison of the Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
- Lifespan of Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
- Do Australian Shepherds shed more than Boxerdoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle?
- Are Australian Shepherds good family dogs? What about Boxerdoodles?
- Is the Australian Shepherd Easier to Train than the Boxerdoodle?
- Which one drools more, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle
- How Kid-friendly are Australian Shepherds and Boxerdoodles?
- Does the Australian Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxerdoodle?
- Do Australian Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Boxerdoodles?
- Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Australian Shepherd vs. Boxerdoodle
- Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Australian Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Australian Shepherd Versus Boxerdoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle? 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 Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle 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 Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle 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 Australian Shepherd and for the Boxerdoodle. 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 Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle.
Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle: Overview
Both the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle are similar in size. The Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Australian Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Boxerdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Australian Shepherd to the Boxerdoodle 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 Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle
| Factor | Australian Shepherd | Boxerdoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 25 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 65 pounds | 12 to 70 pounds |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1180 | No Data |
| Price Range | $800 – $1500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
*Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Australian Shepherd 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 Boxerdoodle. 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 Australian Shepherd is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Boxerdoodle is 77 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Boxerdoodle, we still believe that the Australian Shepherd is a better pet than the Boxerdoodle.
This is because Australian Shepherds are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Australian Shepherd will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Australian Shepherd :-). We are for the Australian Shepherd. So get a Australian Shepherd!
The Similarities Between the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle
The Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle.
The Australian Shepherd weighs 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. The Australian Shepherd is 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Boxerdoodle weighs 12 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Boxerdoodle is 10 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
The lifespan of the Australian Shepherd is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Australian Shepherd is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Boxerdoodle is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Boxerdoodle is 11.0 years.
The Australian Shepherd live longer than the Boxerdoodle.
Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
Australian Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Australian Shepherds shed more than Boxerdoodles?
Australian Shepherds shed moderately.
Boxerdoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Australian Shepherds good family dogs? What about Boxerdoodles?
Australian Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Boxerdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Australian Shepherd Easier to Train than the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds are very easy to train.
Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle
Australian Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Australian Shepherds and Boxerdoodles?
Australian Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Boxerdoodles get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Australian Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds 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.
Boxerdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Australian Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Boxerdoodles?
Australian Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Boxerdoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Australian Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Australian Shepherd vs. Boxerdoodle
Australian Shepherds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Boxerdoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Australian Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Boxerdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Australian Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Australian Shepherd or the Boxerdoodle?
Australian Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.
Australian Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Australian Shepherd compares to other breeds aside from the Boxerdoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Australian Shepherd to other breeds:
Australian Shepherd versus Kerry Blue Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Kai Ken Australian Shepherd versus Goldendoodle Australian Shepherd versus Bloodhound Australian Shepherd versus Shetland Sheepdog Australian Shepherd versus Border Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Silky Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Airedale Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Belgian Tervuren Australian Shepherd versus Cockalier Australian Shepherd versus Portuguese Pointer Australian Shepherd versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Australian Shepherd versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Australian Shepherd versus Siberian Husky Australian Shepherd versus Giant Schnauzer Australian Shepherd versus Chinese Crested Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle
Conclusion: Australian Shepherd versus Boxerdoodle. 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 Australian Shepherd and the Boxerdoodle better suits you and your family.