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Name	Barbet	Portuguese Water Dog	Silken Windhound
Origins	France	Portugal	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound breeds.	French Water Dog	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Silken
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound? Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	18-23.5 inches (46-60 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)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$1000	$2500-$2800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is easiest to train?	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most alert?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most protective?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar
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.	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: Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound 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.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most playful?	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound?	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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which breed lives longest?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Silken Windhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which has fewer health issues?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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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 Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	No data available

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which needs most food?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black White Brown	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which drools least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Curly	Silky
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound? Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is best with kids?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Portuguese Water Dog or Silken Windhound?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound?	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silken Windhound 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 Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silken Windhound 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.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Barbet vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Silken Windhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Barbet, Portuguese Water Dog, and Silken Windhound. 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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club	No data available

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