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Name	Poodle	Berger Picard	Italian Greyhound
Origins	Germany France	France	Italy
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Berger Picard or Berger Picard? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	51–71 lb (23–32 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	61 lb (27.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$2000-$2500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Berger Picard is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound intelligence:	Outstanding: 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? 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.	Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Berger Picard dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Berger Picard 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.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. 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 Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.	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 Italian Greyhound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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.	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Picard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound 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 Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Berger Picard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Italian Greyhound 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: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia
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.	Frequent The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Berger Picard and Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	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 Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 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? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound coat comparison:	Curly	Wiry Waterproof Double	Fine
Colors What are the original Poodle, Berger Picard and Italian Greyhound color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Gray Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Poodle or Berger Picard or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Italian Greyhound 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: Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	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.	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 Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Berger Picard dogs are generally with other pets.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Berger Picard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Italian Greyhound 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.	Berger Picards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard or Italian Greyhound? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Berger Picard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound 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.

Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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 Berger Picard and Italian Greyhound have?	2-4 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	2-4 puppies
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Poodle vs Berger Picard vs Italian Greyhound 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 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
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 Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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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