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Name	Weimaraner	Dalmatian	Poodle
Origins	Germany	Croatia	Germany France
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$500-$600	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	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: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Poodle 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

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle 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 Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner, Dalmatian and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Curly
Colors What are the original Weimaraner, Dalmatian and Poodle color?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Black White Brown Liver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Weimaraner or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle?	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Weimaraner or Dalmatian or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle 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 Weimaraner and Dalmatian and Poodle have?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Weimaraner vs Dalmatian vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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	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

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