French Brittany vs Poodle Comparison – Which dog is better French Brittany or Barbone?

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Name	French Brittany	Poodle
Origins	France	Germany France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Brittany vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

French Brittany vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, French Brittany or Poodle? Is the French Brittany bigger than the Poodle breed? Is a French Brittany smaller than a Poodle?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, French Brittany or Poodle? French Brittany vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, French Brittany or Poodle? Is a French Brittany taller than a Poodle?	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

French Brittany vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, French Brittany or Poodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between French Brittany and Poodle?	$700-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, French Brittany or Poodle?	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

French Brittany vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a French Brittany or Poodle smarter? Which is best? French Brittany vs Poodle intelligence:	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability French Brittany vs Poodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between French Brittany vs Poodle?	French Brittany dogs are very 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: French Brittany or Poodle?	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog French Brittany or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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French Brittany vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Brittany or Poodle? French Brittany vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between French Brittany vs Poodle?	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: French Brittany vs Poodle?	High: French Brittany 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs French Brittany vs Poodle social needs comparison:	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between French Brittany vs Poodle?	The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany 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? What's the difference between French Brittany vs Poodle? Which can be better for hunting?	French Brittany 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. 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

French Brittany vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness French Brittany vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: French Brittany vs Poodle?	Average: The French Brittany 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 French Brittany or 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 French Brittany indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

French Brittany vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	French Brittany 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: French Brittany or Poodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

French Brittany vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: French Brittany or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Brittany 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 Is a French Brittany more dangerous than a Poodle?	Low 🔽 The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? French Brittany vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	French Brittany 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.

French Brittany vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues French Brittany vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Brittany vs Poodle?	The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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: French Brittany vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Brittany vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism	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: French Brittany vs Poodle?	Average The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy French Brittany vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do French Brittany and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the French Brittany and Poodle?	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 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: French Brittany vs Poodle?	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.

French Brittany vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

French Brittany vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: French Brittany or Poodle? Does the French Brittany breed eat more than the Poodle breed?	1 to 2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Brittany vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The French Brittany 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

French Brittany vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? French Brittany vs Poodle coat comparison:	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original French Brittany and Poodle color? French Brittany vs Poodle color comparison:	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, French Brittany or Poodle? French Brittany vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 French Brittany or Poodle? Do French Brittany dogs shed more than Poodle dogs?	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. 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: French Brittany or Poodle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 French Brittany vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, French Brittany or Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average 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? What's the difference between French Brittany vs Poodle?	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

French Brittany vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly French Brittany or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 French Brittany or Poodle?	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly French Brittany or Poodle?	French Brittany 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 French Brittany or Poodle? Can a French Brittany and a Poodle be friends? Do French Brittany dogs get along with Poodle dogs?	French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: French Brittany vs Poodle?	Yes French Brittany 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 French Brittany 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?	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

French Brittany 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: French Brittany or Poodle? 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: French Brittany vs Poodle?	Not really French Brittany 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.
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.

French Brittany vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can French Brittany and Poodle have? French Brittany vs Poodle litter size comparison:	1-11 puppies	2-4 puppies
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French Brittany vs Poodle 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.
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.
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

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