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Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bichon A Poil Frise or Cao De Agua or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound breeds.
Bichon A Poil Frise
Bichon Tenerife
Purebred Bichon
Tenerife Dog
Bichon Frise
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
English Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
10 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound? Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 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: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$1000 $2500-$2800 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Greyhound 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound?
High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Portuguese Water Dog 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.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Bichon Frise is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound?
Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound 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 Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Vaccination Sensitivity
Bladder Stones
Juvenile Cataracts
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound?
Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Buff
Apricot
Black
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Curly Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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.
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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound? Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound?
Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Portuguese Water Dog or Greyhound?
Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound?
Yes
Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greyhound 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
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greyhound 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.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
2-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. What's recommended?

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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Bichon Frise vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bichon Frise, Portuguese Water Dog, and Greyhound. 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
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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