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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Golden Flat Coat or Barboncino Miniatura? Find the right dog for you

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Name Brittany Golden Retriever Miniature Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 13 inches (33 cm)

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $1000-$2000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever 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.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Golden Retriever 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: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?
High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever 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
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever 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 Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Golden Retriever 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?
Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever 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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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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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
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 Brittany indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retriever 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.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Golden Retriever and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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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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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:
Feathered Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense
Curly
Thick
Colors
What are the original Brittany, Golden Retriever and Miniature Poodle color?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Golden
Light
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Brittany or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle?
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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?
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or Golden Retriever or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle?

Not really

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

Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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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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.
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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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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.

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Brittany and Golden Retriever and Miniature Poodle have?
1-11 puppies, average 6 5-10 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5

Brittany vs Golden Retriever vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. 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
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
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
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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