Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better Aussie Bulldog or Barbone?

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Name	Australian Bulldog	Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Australian Bulldog and Poodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	Aussie Bulldog	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-78 pounds (28-35 kg), Female: 50-61 pounds (23-28 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?	Male: 69 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 55.5 pounds (25.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Bulldog or Poodle? Is an Australian Bulldog taller than a Poodle?	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (46 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Bulldog or Poodle?	Average: The Australian Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare training requirements.	Australian Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare alertness levels.	Australian Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Australian Bulldog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Alert Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Easygoing Familiar	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Australian Bulldog vs Poodle?	Sensitive: Australian Bulldog 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: Australian Bulldog vs Poodle?	Average to High: Australian Bulldog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. 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 Australian Bulldog vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Australian Bulldog 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 Australian Bulldog vs Poodle?	Australian Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Australian Bulldog vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Bulldog 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.	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

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Australian Bulldog rarely barks. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare play drive and energy.	Australian Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Australian Bulldog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Australian Bulldog or Poodle?	Australian Bulldog 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.

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Australian Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Australian Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Bulldog 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

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Australian Bulldog: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle. Which breed is healthier?	Australian Bulldogs 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
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Australian Bulldog vs Poodle?	Frequent The Australian Bulldog 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Bulldog vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Bulldog vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Bloat Dry Skin Obesity	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

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare activity levels.	Australian Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Bulldog vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Bulldog or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Bulldog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Bulldog or Poodle?	Australian Bulldog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Australian Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Australian Bulldog and Poodle? Compare breed colors.	Red Fawn Brindle Orange Mahogany Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Australian Bulldog requires 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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Australian Bulldog 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Australian Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle? Compare fur types.	Smooth	Curly
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Bulldog or Poodle? Do Australian Bulldog dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	Australian Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Australian Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Bulldog or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Bulldog or Poodle?	Australian Bulldog 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 Australian Bulldog or Poodle? Can an Australian Bulldog and a Poodle be friends? Do Australian Bulldog dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	Australian Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Australian Bulldog vs Poodle?	Yes Australian Bulldog 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?	No Australian Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Australian Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Australian Bulldog or a Poodle? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which has larger litters?	5-8 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Australian Bulldog and Poodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Australian Bulldog vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Australian Bulldog and Poodle. Which is more widely recognized?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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