Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Aberdeenie or Curly Retriever?

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Name	Scottish Terrier	Goldendoodle
Origins	Scotland	United States Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	Aberdeenie Scottie	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is heavier?	19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle? Is a Scottish Terrier taller than a Goldendoodle?	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare training requirements.	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare alertness levels.	Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Independent Alert Quick Selfish	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Scottish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is healthier?	Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Rare The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease Craniomandibular Osteopathy Scottie Cramp	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare activity levels.	Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle? Compare breed colors.	Black Red Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle? Compare fur types.	Wiry	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle? Do Scottish Terrier dogs shed more than Goldendoodle dogs?	Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Terrier or Goldendoodle? Can a Scottish Terrier and a Goldendoodle be friends? Do Scottish Terrier dogs get along with Goldendoodle dogs?	Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Scottish Terrier or a Goldendoodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which has larger litters?	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Scottish Terrier and Goldendoodle. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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