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Name	Bichon Frise	Old English Sheepdog	Papillon
Origins	Spain Belgium	England	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	46	70	53
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Bobtail	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Small	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Old English Sheepdog? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$1200-$1500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Old English Sheepdog indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
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 Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon 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: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Old English Sheepdog and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon coat comparison:	Curly	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, Old English Sheepdog and Papillon color?	Cream White Buff Apricot	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon grooming comparison:	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.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Papillon 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: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog 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 Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon 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: Bichon Frise or Old English Sheepdog or Papillon? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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	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.

Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon 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 Bichon Frise and Old English Sheepdog and Papillon have?	2-5 puppies	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs Old English Sheepdog vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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 United Kennel Club The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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

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