Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Curly-Coated Retriever or Barbone?

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Name	Curly-Coated Retriever	Poodle
Origins	England	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Is the Curly-Coated Retriever bigger than the Poodle breed? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever smaller than a Poodle?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle weight comparison:	65-80 pounds (29-36 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?	72.5 pounds (32.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever taller than a Poodle?	25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	26 inches (66 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Curly-Coated Retriever and Poodle?	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle smarter? Which is best? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are 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: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Sensitive Intelligent Lively Trainable Clever	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	High: Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever 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? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle health problems comparison:	No data available	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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Frequent The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Curly-Coated Retriever and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Curly-Coated Retriever and Poodle?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Does the Curly-Coated Retriever breed eat more than the Poodle breed?	4 to 5 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? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity. 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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle coat comparison:	Curly	Curly
Colors What are the original Curly-Coated Retriever and Poodle color? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle color comparison:	Black Liver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of 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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. 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: Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Hypoallergenic Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average 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? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle?	Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle? Can a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Poodle be friends? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever 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?	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Curly-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle?	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes 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.
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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Curly-Coated Retriever and Poodle have? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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?	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

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