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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Blue Terrier or Rodbery Terrier or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kerry Blue Terrier Bedlington Terrier Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle breeds.
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Rodbery Terrier
Rothbury Terrier
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
33-40 pounds (15-18 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 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?
36.5 pounds (16.5 kg) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $1800-$2000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle?
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is easiest to train?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is most alert?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is most protective?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Bedlington Terrier 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle?
Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bedlington Terrier 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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Social Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Kerry Blue 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.
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Bedlington Terrier 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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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is most playful?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bedlington Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle?
Kerry Blue Terrier 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.
Bedlington Terrier 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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bedlington Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bedlington Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bedlington Terrier 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has fewer health issues?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bedlington Terrier 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Bedlington Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle health problems comparison:
No data available 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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bedlington Terrier 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Tan
Blue
Liver
Sandy
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which drools least?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bedlington Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Curly Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle? Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is best with kids?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Bedlington Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bedlington Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Bedlington Terrier or Poodle?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle?
Yes
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bedlington Terrier 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
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bedlington Terrier 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?
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bedlington Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bedlington Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 3-6 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. 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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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Kerry Blue Terrier, Bedlington Terrier, and Poodle. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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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