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Name	Beagle	Bernese Mountain Dog	Papillon
Origins	England	Switzerland	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	6	25	53
Reviews	10	6	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Small	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Papillon 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

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	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 Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle 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.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon 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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Bernese Mountain Dog and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original Beagle, Bernese Mountain Dog and Papillon color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black White	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Papillon 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 Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beagle or Bernese Mountain Dog or Papillon? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	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.	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: Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like 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.	Yes 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.

Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon 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 Beagle and Bernese Mountain Dog and Papillon have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	1-14 puppies, average 8	2-4 puppies
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Beagle vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 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

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