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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Curly Retriever or Bernedoodles or Poochon? Find the right dog for you

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Name Goldendoodle Bernedoodle Poochon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Curly Retriever
Goldenpoo
Curly Golden
Bernedoodles
Bernese Mountain Poo
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Breed Type
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Which is the smallest dog, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Large Small
Large
Medium
Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Bernedoodle? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon weight comparison:
Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) 10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg) 6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon height comparison:
13-24 inches (33-61 cm) 10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) 19 inches (48 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $700-$4500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon trainability comparison.
Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Poochon dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poochon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Poochon dogs are average defenders.
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Stubborn
Loyal
Gentle
Clever
Goofy
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Poochon 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: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?
High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon social needs comparison:
Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed.
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Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poochon 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?
Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bernedoodle 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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Poochon 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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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon playfulness comparison:
The Goldendoodle is a playful breed.
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The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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The Poochon is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?
Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bernedoodle indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Poochon breed.

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Bernedoodle 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.
Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon mouthiness comparison:
Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernedoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?
Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
The Poochon 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: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Eye Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Diseases
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Retinal Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Bladder Stones
Cushing's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon lifespan comparison. How long do Goldendoodle, Bernedoodle and Poochon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon coat comparison:
Curly
Wavy
Smooth
Straight
Curly
Wavy
Straight
Wavy
Coarse
Colors
What are the original Goldendoodle, Bernedoodle and Poochon color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tricolor
Black & White
Brown & Black
Black
Tan
Cream
Grey
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or {name3 shedding:
Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poochon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon 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, Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.
Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Which dog is more friendly?
Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon?
Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?
Yes
Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poochon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernedoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle or Poochon? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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: Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon?

Not really

Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Poochon 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.

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon 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 Goldendoodle and Bernedoodle and Poochon have?
4-8 puppies 3-10 puppies 2-4 puppies

Goldendoodle vs Bernedoodle vs Poochon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
Not recognized by any clubs.

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