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Name	Miniature Poodle	Wire Fox Terrier	Toy Poodle
Origins	Germany France	England	Germany France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	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 Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13 inches (33 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Wiry	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Miniature Poodle, Wire Fox Terrier and Toy Poodle color?	Apricot Black Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black	Apricot Black Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Poodles shed none to minimal. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Poodles 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: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable	Alert Fearless Keen Intelligent Bold Friendly Quick	Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle intelligence:	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.	Miniature Poodles are very easy to train. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers are easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodles are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers 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: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	High: Miniature Poodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Wire Fox Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Miniature Poodles need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodles are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier 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
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles are good watchdogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodles are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Poodles are average defenders. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers strongly protect their territory. See more.	Toy Poodles are average defenders. See more.
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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 Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier 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
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Poodles have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Poodles have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Poodles tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Toy Poodles tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Poodles have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Wire Fox Terriers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Toy Poodles 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Poodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Wire Fox Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Toy Poodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Wire Fox Terriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Toy Poodles 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Poodles are stranger-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.	Toy Poodles are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets.	Wire Fox Terriers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Toy Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles are very kid-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terriers are very kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodles are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles are cat-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terriers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodles are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles are dog-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terriers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodles are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Yes Miniature Poodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wire Fox Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodles 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 Wire Fox Terrier 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?	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle Health Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Wire Fox Terrier 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: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:	Addison's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia	Arthritis Deafness Epilepsy Eye Problems Legg-perthes Disease	Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Canine Diabetes Mellitus Ear Infections Epilepsy Heart Murmurs Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Allergies Slipped Stifle
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 Wire Fox Terrier 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.
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Life Expectancy Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Poodle, Wire Fox Terrier and Toy Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Hypoallergenic Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle energy level comparison:	Miniature Poodles have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Wire Fox Terriers are high-energy dogs.	Toy Poodles have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Poodles need quite a lot of exercise.	Wire Fox Terriers need a lot of exercises.	Toy Poodles need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Miniature Poodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Wire Fox Terriers don't need too much sleep.	Toy Poodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups 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? Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the 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
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier has an average 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 Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier 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: Miniature Poodle or Wire Fox Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed 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: Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Poodle and Wire Fox Terrier and Toy Poodle have?	2-8 puppies, average 5	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Miniature Poodle vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Toy 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 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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