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Name	Poodle	Golden Retriever	Bulldog
Origins	Germany France	Scotland	England
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog breeds.	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog? Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$1000-$2000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog? Compare temperaments.	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bulldog 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Golden Retriever 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.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
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Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bulldog 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 Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which uses mouth most during play?	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog 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 Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which breed is most active?	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Golden Light	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which drools least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog? Poodle or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best with kids?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog 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.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very 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 Golden Retriever or Bulldog?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Golden Retriever or Bulldog?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Bulldog 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.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Compare therapy dog potential between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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 Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has most military use?	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 Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. What's recommended?	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.

Poodle vs Golden Retriever vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, Golden Retriever, and Bulldog. Which has most recognition?	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 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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