Is the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle better for families with children?

Both the Frisian Water Dog and the Weimardoodle are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle?

The Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle shed a similar amount (low).

Which is easier to train, the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle bigger?

Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle?

Weimardoodle tends to be the more vocal of the two, so Frisian Water Dog is the quieter choice.

Which is better for apartment living, Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle?

For apartment or apartment living, Frisian Water Dog has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

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Frisian Water Dog vs Weimardoodle: full comparison

Trait	Frisian Water Dog	Weimardoodle
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	High	Very High
Trainability	High	High
Friendliness	High	High
Good with children	High	High
Grooming needs	High	High
Shedding	Low	Low
Barking	Low	Medium
Protectiveness	Low	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	13 years	11 years
Hypoallergenic	Yes	Yes

Size and living space

The Frisian Water Dog is a big, substantial dog that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. By comparison, the Weimardoodle is a big, substantial dog that wants a roomier home and ideally a yard to move around in. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Frisian Water Dog needs a good deal of daily exercise — long walks, running or vigorous play. The Weimardoodle is a true athlete that needs intense daily exercise and a job to do, or it will get restless. If you have a busy schedule, the lower-energy of the two will be easier to keep satisfied; if you are active and want a dog to keep up, the higher-energy breed is the better match.

Grooming and shedding

The Frisian Water Dog needs plenty of coat work, including trips to a groomer and sheds only lightly. The Weimardoodle needs plenty of coat work, including trips to a groomer and sheds only lightly. Both are considered hypoallergenic, so either works well for allergy-conscious homes. Grooming upkeep is similar for both.

Temperament, training and family life

The Frisian Water Dog takes to training fast and works willingly, speaks up only now and then and is reliably good with children and a solid family choice. The Weimardoodle takes to training fast and works willingly, barks a fair amount, usually for a reason and is reliably good with children and a solid family choice. On guarding instinct, Frisian Water Dog is not a natural guard and greets visitors warmly, whereas Weimardoodle will let you know someone is at the door without being aggressive.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Frisian Water Dog has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Frisian Water Dog has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, Frisian Water Dog has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle are an even match — either can work well.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Frisian Water Dog if you want a longer-lived breed, you want a calmer, lower-energy companion, or you prefer a quieter dog.

Choose the Weimardoodle if you want a more protective, watchful guardian or you want a more energetic partner for sport and adventure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle better for families with children?: Both the Frisian Water Dog and the Weimardoodle are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle?: The Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle shed a similar amount (low).
Which is easier to train, the Frisian Water Dog or the Weimardoodle?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle bigger?: Frisian Water Dog and Weimardoodle are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle?: Weimardoodle tends to be the more vocal of the two, so Frisian Water Dog is the quieter choice.
Which is better for apartment living, Frisian Water Dog or Weimardoodle?: For apartment or apartment living, Frisian Water Dog has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Frisian Water Dog vs Weimardoodle