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Name	Poodle	English Pointer	Dalmatian
Origins	Germany France	England	Croatia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	English Pointer	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or English Pointer or English Pointer? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$400-$500	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? 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.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer 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 English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dalmatian 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.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dalmatian 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 English Pointer vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian 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 English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis
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.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, English Pointer and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	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.

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	2 to 3 cups 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.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian coat comparison:	Curly	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Poodle, English Pointer and Dalmatian color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Poodle or English Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian 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 English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian 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 English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dalmatian 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 English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dalmatian 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.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or English Pointer or Dalmatian? Which is better for autism?	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.
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 English Pointer vs Dalmatian?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian 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 English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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 English Pointer and Dalmatian have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Poodle vs English Pointer vs Dalmatian 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	No data available	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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