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Name	Papillon	Australian Shepherd	Beagle
Origins	Spain France Belgium	United States	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	53	17	6
Reviews	4	7	10
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Little Blue Dog Aussie	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Small	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle 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 Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	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.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle 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: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Australian Shepherd and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	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 Australian Shepherd 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.

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Papillon, Australian Shepherd and Beagle color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Papillon or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Papillon or Australian Shepherd or Beagle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle 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.

Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle 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 Papillon and Australian Shepherd and Beagle have?	2-4 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Papillon vs Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd 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

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