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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon A Poil Frise or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Bichon Frise Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Wheatie
Bichon A Poil Frise
Bichon Tenerife
Purebred Bichon
Tenerife Dog
Bichon Frise
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Medium Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle weight comparison:
Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $700-$1000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle trainability comparison.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Spirited
Faithful
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?
High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Soft Coated Wheaten 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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle playfulness comparison:
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Bichon Frise is a playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle health problems comparison:
Allergies
Cancer
Addison's Disease
Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Vaccination Sensitivity
Bladder Stones
Juvenile Cataracts
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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Bichon Frise and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle energy level comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle coat comparison:
Curly Curly Curly
Colors
What are the original Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Bichon Frise and Poodle color?
Wheaten Cream
White
Buff
Apricot
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?

Medium

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?
Yes
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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.
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bichon Frise or Poodle? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle?

Not really

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Bichon Frise and Poodle have?
5-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 2-4 puppies

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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
Irish Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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
The Bichon Frise Club Of America
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

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