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Name	Bedlington Terrier	German Spitz	Miniature Poodle
Origins	United Kingdom	Germany	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rodbery Terrier Rothbury Terrier	Deutscher Spitz	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Medium	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or German Spitz? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	High: Bedlington Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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?	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.	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 German Spitz indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bedlington Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Bedlington Terrier 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	The Bedlington Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Poodle 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: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	No data available	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bedlington Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Bedlington Terrier, German Spitz and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bedlington Terrier 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bedlington Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Curly	Dense Straight	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Bedlington Terrier, German Spitz and Miniature Poodle color?	Tan Blue Liver Sandy	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bedlington Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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.	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: Bedlington Terrier or German Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Bedlington Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle 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.	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.

Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 Bedlington Terrier and German Spitz and Miniature Poodle have?	3-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Bedlington Terrier vs German Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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