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Name	Old English Bulldog	Shih Tzu	Goldendoodle
Origins	England	China	United States Canada
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Group	Extinct	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Bulldog	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 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?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 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, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 16-19 inches (40-48 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu 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.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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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Trainability Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old English Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Courageous Confident Friendly Strong	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	High: Old English Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Old English Bulldog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old English Bulldog 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	Old English Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	Low: The Old English Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Old English Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
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Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old English Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu 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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Old English Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than 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.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	The Old English Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old English Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Old English Bulldog, Shih Tzu and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old English Bulldog: 12 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Old English Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old English Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Old English Bulldog, Shih Tzu and Goldendoodle color?	Black Red White Fawn Brindle Grey	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Old English Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Old English Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Old English Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Old English Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Shih Tzu 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.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old English Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle?	Old English Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	No Old English Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Shih Tzu 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 Old English Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih Tzu 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?	Old English Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Old English Bulldog or Shih Tzu or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Old English Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Old English Bulldog and Shih Tzu and Goldendoodle have?	4-10 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Old English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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