Why the Doberman Pinscher is Better than the Frenchton as a Pet

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022

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Doberman Pinscher Versus Frenchton: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton? 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton 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 Frenchton. 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 Frenchton.

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 Frenchton.

Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton: Overview

A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Frenchton is a small-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 Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton

FactorDoberman PinscherFrenchton
Tolerates Cold Weather1/53/5
Dog Friendly1/55/5
General Health1/54/5
Low Prey Drive5/54/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl5/53/5
Life Span10 to 13 years12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone2/52/5
Does NOT chew on things4/54/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/53/5
Height24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder11 to 14 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living3/55/5
Good For Novice Owners3/55/5
Kid-Friendly3/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers3/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight3/54/5
NOT Rambunctious3/53/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs3/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather4/53/5
Does NOT Shed2/52/5
Does NOT Drool2/53/5
Easygoing1/53/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Easy To Groom5/55/5
Easy To Train5/54/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Weight60 to 80 pounds15 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan11.5 years13.5 years
Average Price$1910$2130
Price Range$1100 – $2500$1650 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Working Aptitude
  • 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 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 Frenchton. 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 Frenchton is 95 out of 125.

    Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Frenchton, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Frenchton.

    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!

    Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton

    Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are most different:

  • Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Frenchtons get along well with other dogs.
  • Doberman Pinschers have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Frenchtons are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton

    The Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are most similar:

  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are very easy to train.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Frenchton.

    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 Frenchton weighs 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. The Frenchton is 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Doberman Pinscher versus Size of Frenchton

    Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

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

    The Frenchton live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

    Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Frenchton

    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 Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of the Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Doberman Pinscher.

    Doberman Pinscher Frenchton
    Average Price $1910 $2130
    Price Range $1100 to $2500 $1650 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Frenchton. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Frenchton 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 Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Frenchton 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.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

    Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Frenchtons?

    Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Frenchton?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Frenchton?

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Frenchtons?

    Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Frenchton?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Frenchton

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Frenchtons?

    Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Frenchton?

    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.

    Frenchtons 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 Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Frenchtons?

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

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Frenchton

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

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

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Frenchton?

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Frenchton?

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Frenchtons are very good 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 Frenchton. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:

    Doberman Pinscher versus Korean Jindo Dog     Doberman Pinscher versus Shichon     Doberman Pinscher versus Whoodle     Doberman Pinscher versus Puggle     Doberman Pinscher versus Field Spaniel     Doberman Pinscher versus Cavapoo     Doberman Pinscher versus Bullmastiff     Doberman Pinscher versus Finnish Lapphund     Doberman Pinscher versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Doberman Pinscher versus Cesky Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Tibetan Mastiff     Doberman Pinscher versus Catahoula Bulldog     Doberman Pinscher versus Akbash     Doberman Pinscher versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Doberman Pinscher versus Bloodhound     

    Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Frenchton. 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 Frenchton better suits you and your family.