Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or Hollandse Herder?

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Name	Poodle	Dutch Shepherd Dog
Origins	Germany France	Netherlands
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 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: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Dutch Shepherd Dog? Is a Poodle taller than a Dutch Shepherd Dog?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Dutch Shepherd Dog?	Very frequent: The Poodle 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.

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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: Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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.	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

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

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog 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	No data available

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare fur types.	Curly	Wiry
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Dutch Shepherd Dog? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs?	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Dutch Shepherd Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Dutch Shepherd Dog?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog? Can a Poodle and a Dutch Shepherd Dog be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	Dutch Shepherd Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Poodle vs Dutch Shepherd Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Dutch Shepherd Dog? 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. 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 as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Dutch Shepherd Dog. 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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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