Poodle vs Brittany Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or American Brittany?

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Name	Poodle	Brittany
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Brittany. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Brittany. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Brittany. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Brittany? Is a Poodle taller than a Brittany?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Poodle vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Brittany. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Poodle vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Brittany. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Brittany?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany 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 Brittany?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Poodle vs Brittany?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Brittany? 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.	Brittany 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 Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the 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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare adaptability levels.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Brittany?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Poodle vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Brittany. Which breed is healthier?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Brittany?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Brittany 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 Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

Poodle vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Brittany? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Brittany? Compare fur types.	Curly	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Brittany? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Brittany dogs?	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Brittany?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Brittany? Can a Poodle and a Brittany be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Brittany dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Brittany?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Brittany 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.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Brittany? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Poodle and Brittany. Which has stronger military background?	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 Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Brittany. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Brittany breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Brittany. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Brittany. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Brittany. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Brittany. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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Angela
Mar 25, 2022, 4:00:52 AM:
Good comparison of both breeds, very well done.