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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bichon A Poil Frise or Lab or Mini Aussie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bichon Frise Labrador Retriever Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bichon A Poil Frise
Bichon Tenerife
Purebred Bichon
Tenerife Dog
Bichon Frise
Lab
Labrador
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Small Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
10 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1000 $1000-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Bichon Frise is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
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.

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Vaccination Sensitivity
Bladder Stones
Juvenile Cataracts
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Labrador Retriever and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:
Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Curly Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Bichon Frise, Labrador Retriever and Miniature Australian Shepherd color?
Cream
White
Buff
Apricot
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Yes
Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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 Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Not really

Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Bichon Frise and Labrador Retriever and Miniature Australian Shepherd have?
2-5 puppies 5-10 puppies 2-6 puppies

Bichon Frise vs Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
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 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
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.

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