Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or Rosyjski Spaniel?

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Name	Poodle	Russian Spaniel
Origins	Germany France	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Russian Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Rosyjski Spaniel
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 20–35 pounds (9–16 kg), Female:20–35 pounds (9–16 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: 20–35 lbs (9.1–15.9 kg), Female: 20–35 lbs (9.1–15.9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Russian Spaniel? Is a Poodle taller than a Russian Spaniel?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm), Female: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm), Female: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm)

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Russian Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Average: The Russian Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Friendly Affectionate Reliable Devoted Good-natured Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Russian Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Russian Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Russian Spaniel?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Russian Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Russian Spaniel social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Poodle vs Russian Spaniel?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Russian Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Poodle vs Russian Spaniel? 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.	Russian Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Russian Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Russian Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Spaniel breed.
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Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Russian Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Russian Spaniel?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Russian Spaniel 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 Russian Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russian Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Spaniel bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Russian Spaniel: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Russian Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Russian Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Russian Spaniel?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Russian Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Russian Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Russian Spaniel 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

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Russian Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Russian Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Russian Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Russian Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Russian Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Russian Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Russian Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russian Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russian Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Curly	Feathered Silky Wavy Tight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Russian Spaniel? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Russian Spaniel dogs?	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are 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.	Russian Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Russian Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Russian Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Russian Spaniel? Can a Poodle and a Russian Spaniel be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Russian Spaniel dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Russian Spaniel?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russian Spaniel 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 Russian Spaniel 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.	Russian Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russian Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Russian Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	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 Russian Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Russian Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Russian Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Russian Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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