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Name	Poodle	Australian Cattle Dog	American Bulldog
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$500-$700	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social
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: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	American Bulldog 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?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog 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 American Bulldog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog 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 Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:	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	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Australian Cattle Dog and American Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	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 Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog energy level comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog coat comparison:	Curly	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Poodle, Australian Cattle Dog and American Bulldog color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog?	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 Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

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

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog 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: Poodle or Australian Cattle Dog or American Bulldog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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: Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog 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 Poodle and Australian Cattle Dog and American Bulldog have?	2-4 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5	7-14 puppies
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Poodle vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club

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