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Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little Blue Dog or Chien De Berger Belge or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Shepherd Belgian Sheepdog Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle breeds.
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 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: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle? Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1200-$1400 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle?
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is easiest to train?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most alert?
Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most protective?
Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle? Compare temperaments.
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle?
Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most playful?
The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle?
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.
Belgian Sheepdog 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 Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which uses mouth most during play?
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has fewer health issues?
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle health problems comparison:
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
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
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 Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which breed is most active?
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle?
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which drools least?
The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Soft
Thick
Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle? Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best with kids?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Belgian Sheepdog or Poodle?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle?
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog 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 Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Sheepdog 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has most military use?

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.

Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has most puppies?
6-9 puppies, average 7 6-10 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Australian Shepherd vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, and Poodle. Which has most recognition?
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
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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