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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alpine Mastiff or Poodle Pointer or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name St. Bernard Pudelpointer Poodle
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Group Working Dogs Gun Dog Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alpine Mastiff
Bernhardiner
St. Barnhardshund
St. Bernard
Saint
Poodle Pointer
Puddle Pointer
Pudel Pointer
Pudle Pointer
Pudlepointer
Pudel
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
Giant Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Pudelpointer? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle weight comparison:
110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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?
155 pounds (70.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle height comparison:
25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm) Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), 22.5 inches (57 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$1800 $800-$1000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
Very frequent: The St.
Average: The Pudelpointer is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Pudelpointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Pudelpointer dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
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Pudelpointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
St.
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Pudelpointer dogs are average defenders.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Happy
Friendly
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
Independent
Outright
Tempered
Selfish
Calm
Controlled
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: St.
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Pudelpointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?
High: St.
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Average to High: Pudelpointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle social needs comparison:
St.
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Pudelpointer dogs are a social breed.
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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?
St.
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Pudelpointer 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?
Their prey drive is low.
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Pudelpointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle playfulness comparison:
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The Pudelpointer is a playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?
Low: The St.
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Average: The Pudelpointer 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 St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
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 St.
It is not recommended to keep the Pudelpointer breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
Pudelpointer 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.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

St.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pudelpointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The St.

Low 🔽

The Pudelpointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:
St.
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Pudelpointer dogs have a higher than 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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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Pudelpointer 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: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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?
Rare
The St.
Average
The Pudelpointer 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
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do St. Bernard, Pudelpointer and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of St.
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Pudelpointer: 10 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Pudelpointer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle energy level comparison:
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Pudelpointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs have an average exercise need.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
Pudelpointer 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.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
6 to 8 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. 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? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St.
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Average: The Pudelpointer has an average risk for obesity.
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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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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Smooth
Wiry
Dense
Waterproof
Double
Harsh
Curly
Colors
What are the original St. Bernard, Pudelpointer and Poodle color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Brown
Liver
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle grooming comparison:
Average: The St.
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Easy to groom: The Pudelpointer doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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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 St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or {name3 shedding:
St.
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Pudelpointer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer 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, St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?

High 🔼

The St.

Medium

The Pudelpointer has an average 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 St.
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The Pudelpointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle?
St.
Pudelpointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?
No
St.
Yes
Pudelpointer 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
St.
Yes
Pudelpointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
St.
Pudelpointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer 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: St. Bernard or Pudelpointer or Poodle? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle?

Not really

St.
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Not really

Pudelpointer 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?

Yes

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer 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 St. Bernard and Pudelpointer and Poodle have?
6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 2-4 puppies

St. Bernard vs Pudelpointer vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. 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
No data available 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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