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Name	Goldendoodle	Portuguese Water Dog	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origins	United States Canada	Portugal	Ireland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breeds.	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Wheatie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier height comparison:	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$2500-$2800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	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 Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Spirited Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier social needs comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	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 cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	Allergies Cancer Addison's Disease Renal Dysplasia

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown	Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. 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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which drools least?	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Curly	Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Goldendoodle or Portuguese Water Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier?	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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 Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 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.

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. What's recommended?	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.

Goldendoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Goldendoodle, Portuguese Water Dog, and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The 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 Irish Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers

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