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Compare Bichon Frise and Poochon. Which is better: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle?
Name | Bichon Frise | Poochon | Poodle |
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Origins | Spain Belgium | Australia | Germany France |
Group | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 46 | 560 | 7 |
Reviews | 5 | 1 | 14 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise | No data available |
Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Small | Small | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poochon? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle weight comparison: | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 6-15 pounds (3-7 kg) | Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle height comparison: | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) | 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) or more |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) or more |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Which is more expensive? | $700-$1000 | $800-$1000 | $1000-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Trainability
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle trainability comparison. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. | Poodle dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. | Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle?
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. | Poochon dogs are average defenders. | Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Happy Intelligent Affectionate |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
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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. | Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle social needs comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Poochon 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. | Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle playfulness comparison: | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | The Poochon is a playful breed. | The Poodle is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle 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. | Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary. |
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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 Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle mouthiness comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Poodle 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 Poochon vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying |
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 Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Poochon and Poodle 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 Poochon: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | 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. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle?
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle energy level comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Poochon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | 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. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle 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 Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle coat comparison: | Curly |
Wavy Coarse | Curly |
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Colors
What are the original Bichon Frise, Poochon and Poodle color? | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle grooming comparison: | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Bichon Frise or Poochon or {name3 shedding: | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. | Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Poodle 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 Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle 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. | Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly? | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle? |
Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Poochon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Poodle 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 Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Poodle 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. | Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people. | Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or Poochon or Poodle? 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. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Poochon vs Poodle? | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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 Poochon vs Poodle 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 Poochon and Poodle have? | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
Bichon Frise vs Poochon vs Poodle Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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 | Not recognized by any clubs. |
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 |
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