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Name	Barbet	Poodle	Spanish Water Dog
Origins	France	Germany France	Spain
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog breeds.	French Water Dog	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Perro De Agua Español
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog? Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$1000	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet 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.	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Barbet 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.	Spanish Water Dog 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

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. 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 Barbet indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Barbet 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.	Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog?	Barbet 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.	Spanish Water Dog 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.

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?	Barbet 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.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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 health problems common in Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has fewer health issues?	Barbets 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.	The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet 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.	Average The Spanish Water Dog 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: Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which needs most food?	3 to 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.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black White Chestnut Black & White Brown & White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which drools least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Curly	Curly Waterproof Woolly No Undercoat Grow into dreadlocks
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog? Barbet or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best with kids?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most 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 Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Poodle or Spanish Water Dog?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog?	Yes Barbet 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.	Yes Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. 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 Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. 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.

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. What's recommended?	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.

Barbet vs Poodle vs Spanish Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Barbet, Poodle, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has most recognition?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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