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Name | Miniature Poodle | Dachshund | Bichon Frise |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 435 | 13 | 46 |
Reviews | 1 | 7 | 5 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$1500 | $500-$700 | $700-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | 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 Dachshund is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Size Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Dachshund? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise weight comparison: | 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 16 pounds (7.5 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise height comparison: | 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 13 inches (33 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise coat comparison: |
Dense Curly Thick | Fine | Curly |
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Colors
What are the original Miniature Poodle, Dachshund and Bichon Frise color? |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison: | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or {name3 shedding: | Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Personality / Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
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Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise intelligence: | Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
Trainability
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison. | Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. |
Playfulness
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison: | The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. |
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison: | Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise mouthiness comparison: | Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Their prey drive is low. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed. |
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Dachshund 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. | Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? |
Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Health Comparison
Health Issues
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise health problems comparison: |
Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Poodle, Dachshund and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
Hypoallergenic
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise?
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise energy level comparison: | Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Poodle or Dachshund or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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: Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise? | Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Miniature Poodle and Dachshund and Bichon Frise have? | 2-8 puppies, average 5 | 4-8 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Miniature Poodle vs Dachshund vs Bichon Frise 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 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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 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 |
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 |
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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America |
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