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Compare Toy Poodle and Bichon Frise. Which is better: Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd?
Name | Toy Poodle | Bichon Frise | German Shepherd |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 449 | 46 | 2 |
Reviews | 5 | 5 | 21 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd breeds. |
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle |
Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise |
Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd height comparison: | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) | Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) | Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1500 | $700-$1000 | $800-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is easiest to train? | Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. | German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most alert? | Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. | German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most protective? | Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd? Compare temperaments. |
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful |
Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd? | High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd social needs comparison: | Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. | Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. | German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. | German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Their prey drive is low. | German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. | Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most playful? | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. | The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. | Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise 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 German Shepherd indoors. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible? | Toy 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. | German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? | Toy Poodle 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. | Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody. | High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play? | Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed lives longest? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues? | The Toy 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. | German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Toy 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. |
Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd health problems comparison: |
Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most active? | Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal. | German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? | Toy 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. | German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which needs most food? | 1/4 to 1 cup 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. | 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot | Cream White Buff Apricot |
Black Tan Red Silver |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which drools least? | The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Curly Thick | Curly | Fuzzy |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding: | Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. | German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best with kids? | Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly? | Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? | Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? | Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd? |
Yes Toy 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. |
Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people. | German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has most military use? | 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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has most puppies? | 2-4 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 6-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Toy Poodle vs Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Toy Poodle, Bichon Frise, and German Shepherd. Which has most recognition? | Dog Registry of America Inc. |
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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America |
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