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Name	Picardy Spaniel	French Spaniel	Belgian Tervuren
Origins	France	France	Belgium
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Épagneul Picard	Canadian Setter French Setter Epagneul Français	Tervuren
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which is the smallest dog, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or French Spaniel? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren weight comparison:	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren height comparison:	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren trainability comparison.	Picardy Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are hard to train. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Energetic Affectionate Devoted Trainable Companionable	Loving Energetic Intelligent Adaptable Calm Tough	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: French Spaniel 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: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	High: Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren social needs comparison:	Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Spaniel dogs 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. See more.	Belgian Tervuren 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

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren playfulness comparison:	Average: Picardy Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	Average: The Picardy Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Belgian Tervuren 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 Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	It is not recommended to keep the Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel 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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Picardy Spaniel 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.	French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Tervuren 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren health comparison. Which is the healthier: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	The Picardy Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Belgian Tervuren 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: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:	Ear Infections	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren lifespan comparison. How long do Picardy Spaniel, French Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Picardy Spaniel: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	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.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren coat comparison:	Feathered	Wavy Glossy	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Picardy Spaniel, French Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren color?	Gray Brown	White Liver	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren grooming comparison:	Average: The Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Belgian Tervuren 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: Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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, Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	Medium ⏺ The Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Picardy Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.	The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is more friendly?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most 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 Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	Yes Picardy Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Picardy Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Picardy Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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: Picardy Spaniel or French Spaniel or Belgian Tervuren? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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: Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren?	Not really Picardy Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Tervuren 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren 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 Picardy Spaniel and French Spaniel and Belgian Tervuren have?	3-5 puppies	3-7 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Picardy Spaniel vs French Spaniel vs Belgian Tervuren Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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