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Name	Poodle	Tibetan Spaniel	Swedish Vallhund
Origins	Germany France	Tibet	Sweden
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Simkhyi Tibbie	Västgötaspets
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	30 pounds (13 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	10 inches (25 cm)	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	10 inches (25 cm)	14 inches (35 cm)

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful
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: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Swedish Vallhund 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Tibetan Spaniel 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.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel 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 Swedish Vallhund indoors.
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Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida
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 Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Tibetan Spaniel and Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund coat comparison:	Curly	Silky	Thick
Colors What are the original Poodle, Tibetan Spaniel and Swedish Vallhund color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund has an average 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 Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	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 Tibetan Spaniel or Swedish Vallhund? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Tibetan Spaniel and Swedish Vallhund have?	2-4 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Poodle vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Swedish Vallhund 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 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club

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