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Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Nihon Supittsu or Barboncino Miniatura? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle breeds.
Borders Nihon Supittsu Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) 13 inches (33 cm)

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $500-$800 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Border Terrier 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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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is easiest to train?
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most alert?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most protective?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Japanese Spitz 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 Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which uses mouth most during play?
Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz 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 Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which has fewer health issues?
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Poodle 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 Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which breed is most active?
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. What colors are available?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
White Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which drools least?
The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough Thick Dense
Curly
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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 Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is best with kids?
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?
Yes
Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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 Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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 Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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 Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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 Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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.

Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Which has most puppies?
2-8 puppies 1-6 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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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Border Terrier vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Terrier, Japanese Spitz, and Miniature Poodle. 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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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