Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Peek A Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Peek A Poos?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Peek A Poos?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Peek A Poo
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo? 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 Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo.
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 Peek A Poo.
Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Peek A Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 15 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 | Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 4 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | $1370 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $1000 – $1750 |
| 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Peek A Poo, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Peek A Poo.
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 Peek A Poo
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo
The Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Peek A Poo.
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 Peek A Poo weighs 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. The Peek A Poo is Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo
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 Peek A Poo is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Peek A Poo is 12.5 years.
The Peek A Poo live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Peek A Poo
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 Peek A Poo puppy is $1370. The price of the Peek A Poo typically ranges from $1000 – $1750. However, the price of the Peek A Poo can be as low as $300 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 176 Peek A Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Peek A Poo.
| Doberman Pinscher | Peek A Poo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1910 | $1370 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $1000 to $1750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Peek A Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Peek A Poos?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Peek A Poos?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
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.
Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Peek A Poo
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Peek A Poo?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Peek A Poos 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 Peek A Poo. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Lancashire Heeler Doberman Pinscher versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Doberman Pinscher versus Westiepoo Doberman Pinscher versus Basenji Doberman Pinscher versus Beaglier Doberman Pinscher versus Maremma Sheepdog Doberman Pinscher versus Papipoo Doberman Pinscher versus Rottweiler Doberman Pinscher versus Siberian Husky Doberman Pinscher versus Collie Doberman Pinscher versus Kooikerhondje Doberman Pinscher versus Irish Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Cane Corso Doberman Pinscher versus Stabyhoun Doberman Pinscher versus Boerboel Doberman Pinscher versus Maltese
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Peek A Poo. 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 Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.