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Name	Australian Shepherd	French Bulldog	Cavapoo
Origins	United States	England France	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Bouledogue Français Frenchie	Cavoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Large	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or French Bulldog? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$2000-$4000	$1200-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo 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: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Alert Affectionate Patient Lively Keen Easygoing Athletic Bright	Loving Intelligent Gentle
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. See more.	French Bulldog 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: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cavapoo 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo 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 Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Intervertebral Disk Disease Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation
Veterinarian Visits 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 French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, French Bulldog and Cavapoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo energy level comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture	Curly Wavy Straight
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, French Bulldog and Cavapoo color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Cream White Fawn Brindle	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Cavapoo 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: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very 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 Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavapoo 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.	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Cavapoo 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.	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo 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: Australian Shepherd or French Bulldog or Cavapoo? 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.	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.	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: Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo 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.

Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo 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 Australian Shepherd and French Bulldog and Cavapoo have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	3-5 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs French Bulldog vs Cavapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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