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Name	Puli	Bergamasco	Barbet
Origins	Hungary	Italy	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog	French Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Which is the smallest dog, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Medium	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Puli or Bergamasco or Bergamasco? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet weight comparison:	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)	Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Height Which is taller, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet height comparison:	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)	22-24 inches (54-62 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm)	23 inches (58 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1300	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet intelligence:	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Trainability Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet trainability comparison.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet social needs comparison:	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. See more.	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bergamasco 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.	Barbet 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

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet playfulness comparison:	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Barbet 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 Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli 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 Bergamasco indoors.	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 Barbet indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bergamasco dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bergamasco 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.	Barbet 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.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Barbets 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: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet health problems comparison:	No data available	Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet lifespan comparison. How long do Puli, Bergamasco and Barbet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	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 Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog 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? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Fine Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Puli, Bergamasco and Barbet color?	Black Cream White Silver Brown	Grey	Black Gray White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Puli or Bergamasco or {name3 shedding:	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bergamasco is an average drooler. See more.	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Which dog is more friendly?	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Barbet 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 Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	Yes Puli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Puli is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bergamasco is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Puli or Bergamasco or Barbet? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet?	Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Barbet breed usually likes 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.

Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet 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 Puli and Bergamasco and Barbet have?	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Puli vs Bergamasco vs Barbet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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