Last Updated: Jun 19, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Valley Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Valley Bulldogs?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Valley Bulldog
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog.
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 Valley Bulldog.
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Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are similar in size. The Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Valley Bulldog |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
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 | 8 to 12 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 12 to 25 inches |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 50 to 125 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 10.0 years |
Average Price | $1910 | $1480 |
Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $800 – $2000 |
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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Valley Bulldog. So, you should get a Doberman Pinscher!
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog
The Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Valley Bulldog.
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 Valley Bulldog weighs 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. The Valley Bulldog is 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.
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Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog
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 Valley Bulldog is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Valley Bulldog is 10.0 years.
The Doberman Pinscher live longer than the Valley Bulldog.
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Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Valley Bulldog
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 Valley Bulldog puppy is $1480. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $800 – $2000. However, the price of the Valley Bulldog can be as low as $800 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 17 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the Valley Bulldog.
Doberman Pinscher | Valley Bulldog | |
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Average Price | $1910 | $1480 |
Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $800 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Valley Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/dobermancare.com/wp-content/uploads/images/doberman-pinscher-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
![A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs](https://i0.wp.com/dobermancare.com/wp-content/uploads/images/valley-bulldog-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Valley Bulldogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Valley Bulldogs?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
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.
Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Valley Bulldog
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Valley Bulldog?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Lancashire Heeler Doberman Pinscher versus Great Pyrenees Doberman Pinscher versus Brussels Griffon Doberman Pinscher versus Boxer Doberman Pinscher versus Belgian Tervuren Doberman Pinscher versus Collie Doberman Pinscher versus Cavapoo Doberman Pinscher versus Shiranian Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso Doberman Pinscher versus Akbash Doberman Pinscher versus Dachshund Doberman Pinscher versus Leonberger Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Berger Picard Doberman Pinscher versus Boxerdoodle
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.