Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bichon A Poil Frise or Bohemian Terrier or Borders? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Bichon Frise and Cesky Terrier. Which is better: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier?
Name | Bichon Frise | Cesky Terrier | Border Terrier |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier breeds. |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise | Bohemian Terrier | Borders |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 13 - 23 pounds (6 - 10 kg) | Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 13 - 23 pounds (6 - 10 kg) | Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier height comparison: | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) | 10 - 13 inches (25 - 32 cm) | Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | 10 - 13 inches (25 - 32 cm) | Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $700-$1000 | $300-$500 | $1200-$1400 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Cesky Terrier is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Cesky Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Cesky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Trainable Cheerful Quiet Calm Reserved Nonaggressive |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Cesky Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier social needs comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Cesky Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. | Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Cesky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Cesky Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Average: The Cesky Terrier barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | Average: Cesky Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise 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 Cesky Terrier indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Cesky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cesky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cesky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cesky Terrier bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Cesky Terrier: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Cesky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Cesky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Lens Luxation Scottie Cramp |
Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | Cesky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. | Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Cesky Terrier dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cesky Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which needs most food? | 1/2 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. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. What colors are available? | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Gray Blue |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which drools least? | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cesky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cesky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Curly |
Rough Smooth | Rough |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or {name3 shedding: | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | Cesky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. | Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Cesky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets. | Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. | Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? |
Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cesky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cesky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. | Cesky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Cesky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Terrier breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier, and Border Terrier. Which has most recognition? |
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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America | American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association |
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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers |
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