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Name	Lowchen	Papillon	Toy Poodle
Origins	Spain Germany France Netherlands	Spain France Belgium	Germany France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lowchen or Papillon or Papillon? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$5000-$8000	$400-$600	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Toy 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

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Toy 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 Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen 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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Lowchen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Toy Poodle 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.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Toy 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: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Papillon and Toy Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle energy level comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Feathered	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Lowchen, Papillon and Toy Poodle color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Papillon 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Lowchen or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy 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: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy 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 Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle?	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	Yes Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Lowchen or Papillon or Toy Poodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle?	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle 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. See more.	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 Lowchen and Papillon and Toy Poodle have?	3-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Lowchen vs Papillon vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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