Last Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Boxer Versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Introduction
- Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Overview
- Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Lifespan of Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Temperament of the Boxer Versus the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Boxer versus the Intelligence of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Do Boxers shed more than Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
- Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
- Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
- Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
- Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
- Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
- Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Boxer Versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier? 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 Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Boxer and for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxer is a medium-sized dog while the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Boxer 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Boxer to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier 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 Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
| Factor | Boxer | Dandie Dinmont Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 70 pounds | 18 to 24 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1530 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | No Data |
| Temperament Score | 83.9 percent | 71.4 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 11 | 173 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 48 | 62 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boxer 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Boxer is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, we still believe that the Boxer is a better pet than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
This is because Boxers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Boxer will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Boxer :-). We are for the Boxer. So get a Boxer!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Below is a list of where the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
The Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
The Boxer weighs 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Boxer is 21 to 25 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier weighs 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
The lifespan of the Boxer is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Boxer is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 13.5 years.
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier live longer than the Boxer.
Temperament of the Boxer Versus the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
The Boxer has a better temperament than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Boxer is 83.9 percent while the temperament score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 71.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 83.9 percent, the Boxer has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 71.4 percent, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 472 Boxers and 7 Dandie Dinmont Terriers.
The Intelligence of the Boxer versus the Intelligence of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
| Boxer | Dandie Dinmont Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 48 out of 130 dog breeds | 62 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Boxer has an obedience intelligence rank of 48 out of 130 dog breeds. The Boxer belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Boxers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Dandie Dinmont Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Dandie Dinmont Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.
The Boxer is more intelligent than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Boxer versus Popularity of Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Boxer is more popular with dog owners than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Boxer is 11 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 173 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Boxer
Popularity of Dandie Dinmont Terrier
| Year | Boxer Popularity Rank | Dandie Dinmont Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 7 | 168 |
| 2014 | 8 | 167 |
| 2015 | 10 | 172 |
| 2016 | 10 | 167 |
| 2017 | 11 | 182 |
| 2018 | 11 | 176 |
| 2019 | 14 | 174 |
| 2020 | 14 | 181 |
| 2021 | 14 | 174 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Boxers do not like to be left alone.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Boxers shed more than Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
Boxers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers are very easy to groom.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Boxers good family dogs? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
Boxers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Boxer Easier to Train than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers are very easy to train.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Boxers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Boxers and Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
Boxers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Boxer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Boxers Bark and Howl? What about Dandie Dinmont Terriers?
Boxers bark and howl, but not very much.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Boxers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Boxer vs. Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Boxers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Boxers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Boxers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Boxer Better for Apartment Owners than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers adapt very well to apartment living.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxer or the Dandie Dinmont Terrier?
Boxers are OK for new dog owners.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Boxer Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Boxer compares to other breeds aside from the Dandie Dinmont Terrier. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Boxer to other breeds:
Boxer versus Dalmatian Boxer versus Norfolk Terrier Boxer versus Shetland Sheepdog Boxer versus Chinese Shar-Pei Boxer versus Standard Poodle Boxer versus Saint Bernard Boxer versus Puli Boxer versus Lagotto Romagnolo Boxer versus Dutch Shepherd Boxer versus Barbet Boxer versus Siberian Husky Boxer versus Standard Schnauzer Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Boxer versus Beagle Boxer versus Rottweiler Boxer versus Flat-Coated Retriever Boxer versus Akbash
Conclusion: Boxer versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier. 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 Boxer and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier better suits you and your family.