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Name | Bichon Frise | Cesky Terrier | Border Terrier |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 46 | 185 | 92 |
Reviews | 5 | 0 | 0 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise | Bohemian Terrier | Borders |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is more expensive? | $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 Size Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Cesky Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier weight comparison: | 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 Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier coat comparison: | Curly |
Rough Smooth | Rough |
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Colors
What are the original Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier and Border Terrier color? | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Gray Blue |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier grooming comparison: | 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. |
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. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | 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. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Personality / Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Trainable Cheerful Quiet Calm Reserved Nonaggressive |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
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Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier intelligence: | 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. |
Trainability
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier trainability comparison. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Cesky Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Playfulness
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier playfulness comparison: | 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. |
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. |
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Average: The Cesky Terrier barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | 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. |
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | 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. |
Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | 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. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier mouthiness comparison: | 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, playbite, or herd people. |
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. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | 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. |
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | 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. |
Tolerates Being Left Alone
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 Good With Comparison
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. |
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Pet Friendly
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. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cesky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-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 Health Comparison
Health Issues
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | 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. |
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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 |
Veterinarian Visits
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. |
Life Expectancy
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Cesky Terrier and Border Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
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 |
Hypoallergenic
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier?
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier energy level comparison: | 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. |
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. |
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? | 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. |
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier weight gain potential comparison: | 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. |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | 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. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | 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. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier 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. | 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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or Cesky Terrier or Border Terrier? Which is better for autism? | 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. |
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: Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier? | 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. |
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. | 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. |
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. |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | 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. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Bichon Frise and Cesky Terrier and Border Terrier have? | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-8 puppies |
Bichon Frise vs Cesky Terrier vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | 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 Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | 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. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club 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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