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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Riesenschnauzer or Flanders Cattle Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Poodle Giant Schnauzer Bouvier des Flandres
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Riesenschnauzer Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Medium Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:
Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres height comparison:
15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $1000-$1500 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:
Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.
Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Familiar
Rational
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?
High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:
Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:
The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
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 Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.
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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:
Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
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.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:
Curly Wiry Rough
Colors
What are the original Poodle, Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bouvier des Flandres 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.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is more friendly?
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bouvier des Flandres 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
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bouvier des Flandres 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Poodle and Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres have?
2-4 puppies 5-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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
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
American Kennel Club
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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