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Compare Bichon Frise and Toy Poodle. Which is better: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie?
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| Name | Bichon Frise | Toy Poodle | Morkie |
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| Origins |  Spain  Belgium |  Germany  France |  United States |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 46 | 449 | 580 |
| Reviews | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle | Morkshire Terrier |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Which is more expensive? | $700-$1000 | $1000-$1500 | $800-$1200 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed. |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie Size Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Small | Small | Small |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Toy Poodle? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie weight comparison: | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie height comparison: | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 5-9 inches (13-23 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 7 inches (18 cm) |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie coat comparison: | Curly |
Dense Curly Thick |
Long Luxurious Fluffy Soft |
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| Colors
What are the original Bichon Frise, Toy Poodle and Morkie color? |
White Apricot Buff Cream |
Apricot Black Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige |
Black Brown White |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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 Morkie requires average grooming effort. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or {name3 shedding: | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie Personality / Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie behavior/temperament comparison: |
Affectionate Playful Sensitive Cheerful Gentle Intelligent |
Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable |
Energetic Funny Lovable Playful |
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| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. |
| Trainability
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie trainability comparison. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Morkie dogs are easy to train. |
| Playfulness
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie playfulness comparison: | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. | The Morkie is a highly playful breed. |
| 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. | Morkie 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie social needs comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. | Morkie dogs are a social breed. |
| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. | A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie?
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. | Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Morkie dogs are average defenders. |
| 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 Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie mouthiness comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Morkie 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. | Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Morkie 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. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Morkie indoors. |
| 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. | Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frises tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Toy Poodles 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. | Morkies 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie Good With Comparison
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Which dog is more friendly? | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
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| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Bichon Frises are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Toy Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets. | Morkies do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Morkie 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie? |
Yes Bichon Frises are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Toy Poodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Morkies 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 Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie Health Comparison
| Health Issues
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Morkies are commonly healthy dogs. |
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| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie health problems comparison: |
Allergies Bladder Stones Hip Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts Patellar Luxation Vaccination Sensitivity |
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Canine Diabetes Mellitus Ear Infections Epilepsy Heart Murmurs Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Allergies Slipped Stifle |
Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma |
| 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 Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
| Life Expectancy
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Toy Poodle and Morkie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years |
| Hypoallergenic
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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 Toy Poodle or Morkie?
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie energy level comparison: | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Toy Poodle or Morkie? | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Morkie 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 Toy Poodle or Morkie? | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
| Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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 Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Morkie 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low 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 Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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 Toy Poodle or Morkie? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie? | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Morkie 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 Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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 Toy Poodle and Morkie have? | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
Bichon Frise vs Toy Poodle vs Morkie 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. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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| FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 Australian National Kennel Council Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. United Kennel Club American Canine Association, Inc. The Bichon Frise Club Of America | Dog Registry of America Inc. | Not recognized by any clubs. |
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