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Name	Poodle	English Foxhound	Finnish Spitz
Origins	Germany France	England	Finland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	No data available	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or English Foxhound or English Foxhound? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	65-70 pounds (29-32 kg)	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	67.5 pounds (30.5 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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.	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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? 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.	English Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Friendly Gentle Sociable Companionable Tolerant	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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.	English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: English Foxhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: English Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Spitz 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 Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Foxhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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.	English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Foxhound 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.	Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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 Bloat Epilepsy Renal Disease	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy
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 English Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, English Foxhound and Finnish Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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.	Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz coat comparison:	Curly	Dense	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Poodle, English Foxhound and Finnish Spitz color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan White Lemon	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Poodle or English Foxhound or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Foxhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Finnish Spitz 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.	Yes English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound or Finnish Spitz? 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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 English Foxhound and Finnish Spitz have?	2-4 puppies	5-7 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Poodle vs English Foxhound vs Finnish Spitz 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 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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