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Name	Border Terrier	Transylvanian Hound	Poodle
Origins	England Scotland	Hungary	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Borders	Hungarian Hound Transylvanian Scent Hound Erdélyi kopó	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Transylvanian Hound? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle weight comparison:	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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?	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$600-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless	Independent Protective Courageous Loyal Territorial Lively Quiet Determined Good natured Enduring	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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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 Transylvanian Hound indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Transylvanian Hound 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Transylvanian Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	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 Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Transylvanian Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	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 Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Transylvanian Hound and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Transylvanian Hound 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	1 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle coat comparison:	Rough	Dense Shiny Smooth Straight Coarse Flat Short	Curly
Colors What are the original Border Terrier, Transylvanian Hound and Poodle color?	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan Brown Tricolor	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or {name3 shedding:	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound 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 Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Transylvanian Hound 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 Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Transylvanian Hound 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?	Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Terrier or Transylvanian Hound or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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: Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle?	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Transylvanian Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Border Terrier and Transylvanian Hound and Poodle have?	2-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Border Terrier vs Transylvanian Hound vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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