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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Barboncino Miniatura or Alpine Mastiff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Poodle Miniature Poodle St. Bernard
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Barboncino Miniatura
Barbone
Carniche Moyen
Pudle
Zwergpudel
Alpine Mastiff
Bernhardiner
St. Barnhardshund
St. Bernard
Saint
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Medium Small Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard weight comparison:
Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) 16 pounds (7.5 kg) 155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard height comparison:
15 inches (38 cm) or more 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15 inches (38 cm) or more 13 inches (33 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $1000-$1500 $1500-$1800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The St.

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard intelligence:
Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard trainability comparison.
Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? 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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Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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St.
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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Independent
Happy
Friendly
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
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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Sensitive: St.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?
High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: St.
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Social Needs
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:
Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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St.
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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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Miniature Poodle 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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Miniature 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard playfulness comparison:
The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed.
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St.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?
Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Low: The St.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep St.

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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.
Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
St.

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

St.
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 Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The St.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard mouthiness comparison:
Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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St.
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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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
Addison's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
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 Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The St.
Life Expectancy
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Miniature Poodle and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of St.
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St.
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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard coat comparison:
Curly Dense
Curly
Thick
Dense
Rough
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Poodle, Miniature Poodle and St. Bernard color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Red
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The St.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Poodle or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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St.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
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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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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 Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The St.
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 Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The St.
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Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
St.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
St.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
St.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
St.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard?
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
St.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
St.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
St.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
St.

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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 Miniature Poodle or St. Bernard? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard?

Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

St.
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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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Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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 Miniature Poodle and St. Bernard have?
2-4 puppies 2-8 puppies, average 5 6-8 puppies

Poodle vs Miniature Poodle vs St. Bernard 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. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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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