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Name	Poodle	Xoloitzcuintli	Bearded Collie
Origins	Germany France	Mexico	Scotland
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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	Xolito Xolo Xoloescuincle Xoloitzcuintle Xoloitzcuintli Xoloitzquintle Mexican Hairless	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Xoloitzcuintli? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$800	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Xoloitzcuintli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? 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.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Protective Alert Loyal Companionable Cheerful Calm	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive
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: Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Xoloitzcuintli dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bearded Collie 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Xoloitzcuintli is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Xoloitzcuintlis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Xoloitzcuintli barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Xoloitzcuintli breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie 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.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Xoloitzcuintlis tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie 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	Skin Irritation Dry Skin Acne	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases
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 Xoloitzcuintli should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Xoloitzcuintli and Bearded Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintli: 16 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie coat comparison:	Curly	Smooth Hairless	Feathered
Colors What are the original Poodle, Xoloitzcuintli and Bearded Collie color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray White Brown Brindle	Black Blue Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Xoloitzcuintli doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Xoloitzcuintli has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are 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 Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Xoloitzcuintli dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Xoloitzcuintli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie 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.	Xoloitzcuintlis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli or Bearded Collie? 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Xoloitzcuintli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie 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 Xoloitzcuintli and Bearded Collie have?	2-4 puppies	3-7 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Poodle vs Xoloitzcuintli vs Bearded Collie 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 2011 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	No data available

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