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Name	Blue Heeler	Pekingese	French Bulldog
Origins	Australia	China	England France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Bouledogue Français Frenchie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or Pekingese? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$600-$800	$2000-$4000
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	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 Pekingese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Playful Alert Affectionate Patient Lively Keen Easygoing Athletic Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Bulldog 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

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 French Bulldog bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Intervertebral Disk Disease Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Pekingese and French Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog energy level comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Pekingese and French Bulldog color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	Cream White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Blue Heeler or Pekingese or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog 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. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Heeler or Pekingese or French Bulldog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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.

Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Blue Heeler and Pekingese and French Bulldog have?	1-7 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Pekingese vs French Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese 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

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