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Name	Silky Terrier	Poodle	Bichon Frise
Origins	Australia	Germany France	Spain Belgium
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Poodle? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise weight comparison:	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise height comparison:	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1500	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise intelligence:	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison:	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Silky Terrier 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison:	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	Silky Terrier 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise 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: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Silky Terrier, Poodle and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise coat comparison:	Silky Straight Glossy	Curly	Curly
Colors What are the original Silky Terrier, Poodle and Bichon Frise color?	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Cream White Buff Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Silky Terrier or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Silky Terrier or Poodle or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise?	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise 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.

Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise 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 Silky Terrier and Poodle and Bichon Frise have?	3-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Silky Terrier vs Poodle vs Bichon Frise Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America

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