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Name	Poodle	Whippet	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	Germany France	England	Australia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Snap Dog English Whippet	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Whippet or Whippet? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? 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.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive
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: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. 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 Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Whippet and Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Curly	Fine Short Close in texture	Dense
Colors What are the original Poodle, Whippet and Australian Cattle Dog color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Red Blue Speckled Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? Poodle or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet or Australian Cattle Dog? 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.
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.	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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Whippet and Australian Cattle Dog have?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Poodle vs Whippet vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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