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Name	Poodle	Tibetan Terrier	Tweed Water Spaniel
Origins	Germany France	Tibet	United Kingdom
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Ladykirk Spaniel Tweed Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$1200-$2000	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Agile Energetic Courageous Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tweed Water Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Tweed Water Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Tibetan Terrier 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.	Tweed Water Spaniel 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 vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tweed Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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 Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tweed Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Tweed Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Tibetan Terrier and Tweed Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tweed Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	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 Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel energy level comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tweed Water Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel coat comparison:	Curly	Thick Smooth	Feathered Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Poodle, Tibetan Terrier and Tweed Water Spaniel color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray White Silver	Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Tweed Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tweed Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tweed Water Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tweed Water Spaniel 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 Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tweed Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Tweed Water Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Poodle or Tibetan Terrier or Tweed Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
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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?	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: Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Tweed Water Spaniel breed usually likes 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.

Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel 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 Poodle and Tibetan Terrier and Tweed Water Spaniel have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Poodle vs Tibetan Terrier vs Tweed Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	No data available

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