Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle – Which one is a better dog breed for you?

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Name	Bernedoodle	Newfoundland	Aussiedoodle
Origins	Canada	Canada	United States Canada
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Group	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	605	36	619
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Other Names	Cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle. Bernese Mountain Poo Bernedoodles	Newf, Newfie, The Gentle Giant, Blackbear	Cross between the Australian Shepherd and Poodle. Aussiepoo Aussiepoodle
Breed Type	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed
AKC Group	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Dogs Kennel Club Designer Breed Registry	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	Not recognized by any clubs.
Price	700-4500	$1500-$2000	700-1300

General Appearance - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Size	Small Large Medium	Giant	Large Medium
Weight	10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	25-70 pounds (11-32 kg)
Avg. Weight	50 pounds (23 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height	10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Avg. Height	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Hair & Care - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Coat	Curly Wavy Straight	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Wavy Tight Short
Colors	Black Black & White Brown & Black Tricolor	Gray Brown White Black	Blue Merle Red Merle Black & Red Black & Tan Sable
Grooming	Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Average: The Aussiedoodle requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level	Bernedoodles shed none to minimal.	Newfoundlands are heavy shedders.	Aussiedoodles shed moderately.

Characteristics - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Temperament	Clever Goofy Gentle Loyal Stubborn	Cheerful Intelligent Social Gentle Courageous Loyal Sweet	Smart Playful Loyal Goofy
Intelligent Rank	Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.	Smart: Newfoundland's has great intelligence.	Very smart: Aussiedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability	Bernedoodles are easy to train.	Newfoundlands are easy to train.	Aussiedoodles are easy to train.
Playfulness	The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.	Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The Aussiedoodle is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Aussiedoodles have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level	Bernedoodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Newfoundlands are highly affectionate dogs.	Aussiedoodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs	Bernedoodles are a social breed.	Newfoundlands are a social breed.	Aussiedoodles are a social breed.
Barking	Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.	Low to Average: The Aussiedoodle rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability	Bernedoodles are average watchdogs.	Newfoundlands are one of the best watchdogs.	Aussiedoodles are average watchdogs.
Territorial	Bernedoodles are average defenders.	Newfoundlands are extremely protective guard dogs.	Aussiedoodles are average defenders.
Biting Potential	Low The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness	Bernedoodles have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Newfoundlands have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Aussiedoodles have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam	Bernedoodles have average wanderlust potential.	Newfoundlands have average wanderlust potential.	Aussiedoodles have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive	Bernedoodles 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.	Newfoundlands have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Aussiedoodles 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.
Apartment Friendly	Bernedoodles are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day.	Newfoundlands are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day.	Aussiedoodles are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle.
Adaptability	Bernedoodles adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Newfoundlands adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Aussiedoodles adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone	Bernedoodles 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.	Newfoundlands 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.	Aussiedoodles 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.
Fighting 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.

Good With - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Stranger Friendly	Bernedoodles are average friendly towards strangers.	Newfoundlands are stranger friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodles are stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly	Bernedoodles are very kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundlands are very kid-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodles are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly	Bernedoodles are average friendly towards cats.	Newfoundlands are very cat-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodles are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly	Bernedoodles are dog-friendly dogs.	Newfoundlands are dog-friendly dogs.	Aussiedoodles are dog-friendly dogs.
Office Friendly	No Bernedoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Aussiedoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly	Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Aussiedoodles are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pet Friendly	Bernedoodles are generally with other pets.	Newfoundlands are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Aussiedoodles usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Good For First Time Owners	No Bernedoodles are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Newfoundlands are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Aussiedoodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Boat Dog	Not really Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.	Not really Aussiedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Health Factors - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Health Issues	Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Aussiedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Eye Problems Skin Diseases Allergies	Addison's Disease Bloat Cancer Cataracts Cherry Eye Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cataracts Ivermectin sensitivity
Life Expectancy	12-18 years	9-12 years	10-13 years
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Hypoallergenic	No	No	No
Energy Level	Bernedoodles have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Newfoundlands have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Aussiedoodles are high energy dogs.
Exercise Need	Bernedoodles have an average exercise need.	Newfoundlands have an average exercise need.	Aussiedoodles need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need	Bernedoodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Newfoundlands sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Aussiedoodles don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption	1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential	Average.	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness	Low The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	High The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Low The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency	The Bernedoodle is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.	The Aussiedoodle drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Reproducibility - Bernedoodle vs Newfoundland vs Aussiedoodle

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
How often can the have a litter?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size	3-10 puppies	4-12 puppies	3-7 puppies
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