Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022

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Doberman Pinscher Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Saint Berdoodle.

Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle

Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are similar in size. The Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are both large-sized dogs.

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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle

FactorDoberman PinscherSaint Berdoodle
Tolerates Cold Weather1/54/5
Dog Friendly1/55/5
General Health1/54/5
Low Prey Drive5/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl5/53/5
Life Span10 to 13 years8 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone2/52/5
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/53/5
Height24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder15 to 30 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living3/52/5
Good For Novice Owners3/55/5
Kid-Friendly3/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers3/54/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight3/53/5
NOT Rambunctious3/53/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs3/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather4/53/5
Does NOT Shed2/53/5
Does NOT Drool2/55/5
Easygoing1/53/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Easy To Groom5/54/5
Easy To Train5/54/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Potential For Playfulness5/53/5
Weight60 to 80 pounds40 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan11.5 years10.0 years
Average Price$1910$1680
Price Range$1100 – $2500$1000 – $2100
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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

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

    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 Saint Berdoodle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Saint Berdoodles can tolerate cold weather.
  • Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Saint Berdoodles get along well with other dogs.
  • Doberman Pinschers have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Saint Berdoodles are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool. However, Saint Berdoodles do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are very easy to train.
  • Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Saint Berdoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    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 Saint Berdoodle weighs 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. The Saint Berdoodle is 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Doberman Pinscher versus Size of Saint Berdoodle

    Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle

    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 Saint Berdoodle is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Saint Berdoodle is 10.0 years.

    The Doberman Pinscher live longer than the Saint Berdoodle.

    Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle

    Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Saint Berdoodle

    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 Saint Berdoodle puppy is $1680. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1000 – $2100. However, the price of the Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 217 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Saint Berdoodle.

    Doberman Pinscher Saint Berdoodle
    Average Price $1910 $1680
    Price Range $1100 to $2500 $1000 to $2100

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles

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

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    Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Saint Berdoodle

    Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Saint Berdoodle

    Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    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.

    Saint Berdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

    Saint Berdoodles 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 Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles 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 Saint Berdoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:

    Doberman Pinscher versus Black Russian Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus French Bulldog     Doberman Pinscher versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Doberman Pinscher versus Greyhound     Doberman Pinscher versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Doberman Pinscher versus Samoyed     Doberman Pinscher versus Komondor     Doberman Pinscher versus French Spaniel     Doberman Pinscher versus Standard Poodle     Doberman Pinscher versus Xoloitzcuintli     Doberman Pinscher versus West Highland White Terrier     Doberman Pinscher versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Doberman Pinscher versus Mastiff     Doberman Pinscher versus Vizsla     Doberman Pinscher versus Cavachon     Doberman Pinscher versus Pomapoo     Doberman Pinscher versus Puli     

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