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Name	Bernedoodle	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Beagle
Origins	Canada	United States	England
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bernedoodles Bernese Mountain Poo	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Small Large Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle weight comparison:	10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (23 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle height comparison:	10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$700-$4500	$1000-$2000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle intelligence:	Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Loyal Gentle Clever Goofy	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Beagle 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?	Bernedoodle 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Beagle 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 Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	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 Bernedoodle indoors.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle 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: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia Skin Diseases	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Bernedoodle, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-18 years The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	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 cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Bernedoodle, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Beagle color?	Black Tricolor Black & White Brown & Black	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle 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, Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Good With Comparison

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

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernedoodle or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Beagle? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle?	Not really Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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.

Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle 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 Bernedoodle and Miniature Australian Shepherd and Beagle have?	3-10 puppies	2-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Bernedoodle vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	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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