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Name	Maremma Sheepdog	Beauceron	Poodle
Origins	Italy	France	Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Abruzzese Sheepdog Abruzzo Sheepdog Maremma Maremmano Maremmano-Abruzzese Pastore Abruzzese Pastore Maremmano Cane da Pastore	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Beauceron? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle height comparison:	24-29 inches (60-73 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	26.5 inches (66.5 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Determined	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Maremma Sheepdog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Maremma Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Maremma Sheepdog 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.	Beauceron 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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	The Maremma Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Obesity	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Maremma Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Maremma Sheepdog, Beauceron and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle coat comparison:	Rough Thick Double	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Maremma Sheepdog, Beauceron and Poodle color?	White Yellow	Black Gray Tan Rust	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or {name3 shedding:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or Poodle?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	Yes Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Maremma Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beauceron 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?	Maremma Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Maremma Sheepdog or Beauceron or 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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle?	Not really Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs 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 Maremma Sheepdog and Beauceron and Poodle have?	5-9 puppies	6-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Beauceron vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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