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Name	Cantabrian Water Dog	Poodle	Burgos Pointer
Origins	Spain	Germany France	Spain
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Merlucero Perro de lanas Perro de agua cantábrico	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Burgos Pointing Dog Perdiguero Burgales Spanish Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Poodle? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 24–26 inches (60–67 cm), Female: 22–26 inches (56–65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$2800	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Burgos Pointer is easier than average to get.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer intelligence:	Smart: The Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Burgos Pointer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer trainability comparison.	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Easygoing	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Confident Obedient Patient Hunting Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	High: Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Burgos Pointer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer social needs comparison:	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Cantabrian Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Cantabrian Water Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Burgos Pointer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Burgos Pointer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cantabrian Water Dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Burgos Pointer breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Burgos Pointer 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.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cantabrian Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Burgos Pointer 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 Cantabrian Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Burgos Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have an 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Burgos Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer health problems comparison:	No data available	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	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cantabrian Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Burgos Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Cantabrian Water Dog, Poodle and Burgos Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Cantabrian Water Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Burgos Pointer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer energy level comparison:	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Burgos Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Burgos Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 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? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Average: The Burgos Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer coat comparison:	Curly Woolly	Curly	Smooth Bushy
Colors What are the original Cantabrian Water Dog, Poodle and Burgos Pointer color?	Black Cream White Fawn Beige Black & White Brown & White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Liver and White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cantabrian Water Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Burgos Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Cantabrian Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Burgos Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cantabrian Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Burgos Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Burgos Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer 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 Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer?	Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	Yes Cantabrian Water Dog 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.	Yes Burgos Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cantabrian Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Burgos Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cantabrian Water Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Burgos Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cantabrian Water Dog or Poodle or Burgos Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer?	Yes Cantabrian Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Burgos Pointer breed usually doesn't like 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.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer 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 Cantabrian Water Dog and Poodle and Burgos Pointer have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Poodle vs Burgos Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	No data available

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