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Name	Poodle	Papillon	Papi-poo
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo breeds.	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	10-60 pounds (5-27 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: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo? Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	14 inches (35 cm)

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$400-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papi-poo is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Papi-poo is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is easiest to train?	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papi-poo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is most alert?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papi-poo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is most protective?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papi-poo dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo? Compare temperaments.	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon 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 Papillon vs Papi-poo?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papi-poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papi-poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Papi-poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Papi-poo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papi-poo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is most playful?	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papi-poo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the 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 Papillon indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Papi-poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papi-poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which uses mouth most during play?	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papi-poo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papi-poo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papi-poo: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papi-poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papi-poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo 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	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Hypoglycemia Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which breed is most active?	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papi-poo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Papi-poo dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papi-poo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Papi-poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Sable Beige Lemon Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Papi-poo requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which drools least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papi-poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papi-poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Feathered	Feathered Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo? Poodle or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papi-poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is best with kids?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papi-poo 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.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Papi-poo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Papi-poo 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 Papillon or Papi-poo?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papi-poo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Papillon or Papi-poo?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Papi-poo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papi-poo 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 Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papi-poo 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.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papi-poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Papillon vs Papi-poo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Papi-poo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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.	Not really 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, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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 Papillon vs Papi-poo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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 Papillon vs Papi-poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, Papillon, and Papi-poo. 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	No data available

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