Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
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- Doberman Pinscher Versus Bolognese: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
- Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Bolognese
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Bolognese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Bologneses?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Bologneses?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Bolognese?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Bologneses?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bolognese?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Bologneses?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bologneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Bolognese
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bologneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Bolognese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese? 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese 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 Doberman Pinscher and for the Bolognese. 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese.
Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Bolognese is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher 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.
On the other hand, the Bolognese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Bolognese 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese
Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Bolognese |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 12 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 8 to 14 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 13.0 years |
Average Price | $1910 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $1500 – $2162 |
Temperament Score | 79.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher 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 Bolognese. 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Bolognese is 85 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Bolognese, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Bolognese.
This is because Doberman Pinschers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Doberman Pinscher will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Doberman Pinscher :-). We are for the Doberman Pinscher. So get a Doberman Pinscher!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese
The Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Bolognese weighs 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. The Bolognese is 9 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the Bolognese is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Bolognese is 13.0 years.
The Bolognese live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
Temperament of the Doberman Pinscher Versus the Bolognese
The Bolognese has a better temperament than the Doberman Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the Bolognese is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Bolognese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 1 Bologneses.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Bolognese
The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Bolognese puppy is $1810. The price of the Bolognese typically ranges from $1500 – $2162. However, the price of the Bolognese can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2300. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 6 Bolognese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Bolognese.
Doberman Pinscher | Bolognese | |
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Average Price | $1910 | $1810 |
Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $1500 to $2162 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Bolognese. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Bolognese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Bologneses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Bolognese 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: Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Bologneses do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Bologneses?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Bologneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Bologneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Bologneses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Bologneses?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bologneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Bologneses are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Bologneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Bologneses?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Bologneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers 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.
Bologneses 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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Bologneses?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Bologneses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bologneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Bologneses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Bolognese
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Bologneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bologneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Bologneses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Bologneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Bolognese?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Bologneses are OK for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Bolognese. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Bernard Doberman Pinscher versus Mountain Cur Doberman Pinscher versus Patterdale Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Kishu Ken Doberman Pinscher versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Doberman Pinscher versus Schipperke Doberman Pinscher versus Swedish Vallhund Doberman Pinscher versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Doberman Pinscher versus Beaglier Doberman Pinscher versus Pyredoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Sloughi Doberman Pinscher versus Great Dane Doberman Pinscher versus Pomsky Doberman Pinscher versus Shiranian Doberman Pinscher versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Doberman Pinscher versus Basenji
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Bolognese. 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Bolognese better suits you and your family.