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

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	Medium	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$1000-$1500	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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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Trainability Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd trainability comparison.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd 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 Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted
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.	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: Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	High: Bedlington Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd social needs comparison:	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd 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

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. 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 Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle 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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	Miniature Poodle 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.

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	The Bedlington Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	No data available
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.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bedlington Terrier, Miniature Poodle and Miniature American Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 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 Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bedlington Terrier has an 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.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd coat comparison:	Curly	Dense Curly Thick	Smooth
Colors What are the original Bedlington Terrier, Miniature Poodle and Miniature American Shepherd color?	Tan Blue Liver Sandy	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Blue White Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bedlington Terrier or Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average 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 Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd 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 Miniature Poodle or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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?	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 Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Not really Bedlington Terrier 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.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd 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 Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd 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 Miniature Poodle and Miniature American Shepherd have?	3-6 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5	2-6 puppies
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Bedlington Terrier vs Miniature Poodle vs Miniature American Shepherd 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	No data available

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