Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Saint Berpoo or Cao De Agua?

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Name	Saint Berdoodle	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	United States	Portugal
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Group	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	593	54
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Saint Berpoo St. Berdoodle St. Berpoo	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is heavier?	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Is a Saint Berdoodle taller than a Portuguese Water Dog?	24-30 inches (61-76 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed costs more?	$500-$2000	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?	Average: The Saint Berdoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Saint Berdoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare training requirements.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Social Easygoing	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Saint Berdoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?	High: Saint Berdoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Saint Berdoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Saint Berdoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Saint Berdoodle 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.	Portuguese Water Dog 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

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Saint Berdoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Saint Berdoodles, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Saint Berdoodle breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Saint Berdoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?	Saint Berdoodle 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodle: 10 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is healthier?	Saint Berdoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Rare The Saint Berdoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Ear Infections Wobbler's Syndrome Skin Diseases	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Saint Berdoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare daily food needs.	12 to 14 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare breed colors.	White & Black White & Red White & Brown	Black White Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Saint Berdoodle doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Saint Berdoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Saint Berdoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare fur types.	Wiry Rough Curly Smooth	Curly
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Do Saint Berdoodle dogs shed more than Portuguese Water Dog dogs?	Saint Berdoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Saint Berdoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Saint Berdoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Saint Berdoodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog?	Saint Berdoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Saint Berdoodle or Portuguese Water Dog? Can a Saint Berdoodle and a Portuguese Water Dog be friends? Do Saint Berdoodle dogs get along with Portuguese Water Dog dogs?	Saint Berdoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Saint Berdoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Saint Berdoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Saint Berdoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Saint Berdoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Saint Berdoodle or a Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. 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.

Saint Berdoodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Saint Berdoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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