Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or Crested?

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Name	Toy Poodle	Chinese Crested
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	Crested Puff Chinese Crested
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested? Is a Toy Poodle taller than a Chinese Crested?	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested?	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 Chinese Crested is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare training requirements.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare alertness levels.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare territorial behaviors.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Happy Alert Affectionate Lively Tempered Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chinese Crested dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested?	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Chinese Crested dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested social needs comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested?	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested? 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. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare play drive and energy.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chinese Cresteds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crested breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chinese Crested has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chinese Crested bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Chinese Crested: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested. Which breed is healthier?	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chinese Crested is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested?	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chinese Crested should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	Epilepsy Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation Loose Teeth

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare activity levels.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chinese Crested dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chinese Crested dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested?	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chinese Crested dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare daily food needs.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Chinese Crested requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare drooling amounts.	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chinese Crested is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chinese Crested has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested? Compare fur types.	Dense Curly Thick	Silky Thick Double Hairless
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested? Do Toy Poodle dogs shed more than Chinese Crested dogs?	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chinese Crested dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare kid-friendliness.	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chinese Crested dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested? Which dog is more friendly?	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested?	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Chinese Crested? Can a Toy Poodle and a Chinese Crested be friends? Do Toy Poodle dogs get along with Chinese Crested dogs?	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chinese Crested dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested?	Yes Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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.	Chinese Cresteds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chinese Crested breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Toy Poodle or a Chinese Crested? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Chinese Crested Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Toy Poodle and Chinese Crested. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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