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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Continental Toy Spaniel or Sheltie Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd breeds.
Barbone
Pudle
Teacup Poodle
Teddy Poodle
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 45 pounds (20 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd height comparison:
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) 18-22 inches (45-55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) 20 inches (50 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1500 $400-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie 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 Papillon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Sheltie Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Sheltie Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd? Compare temperaments.
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Watchful
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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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Sheltie Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd?
High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Sheltie Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd social needs comparison:
Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Sheltie Shepherd is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Sheltie Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Papillon indoors.
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 Sheltie Shepherd indoors.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie 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.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Sheltie Shepherd 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.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sheltie Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sheltie Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Sheltie Shepherd: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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 Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Sheltie 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 Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Sheltie 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 Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Slipped Stifle
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Skin Allergies
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Blindness
Drug Sensitivity
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Collie Eye Anomaly
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
Haemophilia
Trichiasis

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd?
Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Sheltie Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which needs most food?
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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Sable
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Sheltie Shepherd requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which drools least?
The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Sheltie Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Sheltie Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Curly
Thick
Feathered Dense
Fuzzy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd? Toy Poodle or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Sheltie Shepherd dogs shed above average.
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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is best with kids?
Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd?
Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Sheltie Shepherd?
Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Sheltie Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd?
Yes
Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Sheltie 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
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Sheltie 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.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Sheltie Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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, Papillon, and Sheltie 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, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Sheltie Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. What's recommended?

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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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Sheltie Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Toy Poodle, Papillon, and Sheltie 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
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