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Name	Poodle	Labrador Retriever	Standard Schnauzer
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Lab Labrador	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Standard Schnauzer 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. 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 Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis
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.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Labrador Retriever and Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	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 average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer 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.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer coat comparison:	Curly	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Wiry
Colors What are the original Poodle, Labrador Retriever and Standard Schnauzer color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Poodle or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low 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 Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Standard Schnauzer 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.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Standard Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	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.
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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Labrador Retriever and Standard Schnauzer have?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Standard Schnauzer 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 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working 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 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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