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Name	Newfoundland	Otterhound	Papillon
Origins	Canada	England	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	36	186	53
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Otter Dog	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	Giant	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Otterhound? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon height comparison:	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$500-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon intelligence:	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Otterhound 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.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	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 Newfoundland indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	Newfoundland 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon 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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Otterhound 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.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	Very healthy dog breed.	Otterhounds 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Otterhound 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Newfoundland, Otterhound and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Rough Waterproof	Feathered
Colors What are the original Newfoundland, Otterhound and Papillon color?	Black Gray White Brown	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? Newfoundland or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Papillon 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: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Otterhound 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.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Good With Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Newfoundland or Otterhound or Papillon? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon?	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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?	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.

Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon 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 Newfoundland and Otterhound and Papillon have?	4-12 puppies	4-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Newfoundland vs Otterhound vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United 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

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