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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Comparison - Dog breed selector: Curly-Coated Retriever or Barbone or Grey Ghost? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner breeds.
No data available Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner? Compare adult weight ranges.
65-80 pounds (29-36 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
72.5 pounds (32.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner height comparison:
25-27 inches (63-69 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26 inches (66 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$1500 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner?
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which is easiest to train?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most alert?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most protective?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Curly-Coated 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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Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner?
High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Weimaraner 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 Curly-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most flexible?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed lives longest?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Curly-Coated Retriever 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which has fewer health issues?
Curly-Coated Retrievers 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.
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner 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
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most active?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which needs most food?
4 to 5 cups 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. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. What colors are available?
Black
Liver
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require 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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Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which drools least?
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Weimaraner 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Curly Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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 Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or Weimaraner? Curly-Coated Retriever or Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. 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 Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. 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 Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. 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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. 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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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Poodle vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Curly-Coated Retriever, Poodle, and Weimaraner. Which has most recognition?
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
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

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