Barbet vs Poodle vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Poodle

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Poodle

5/5 Β· Ideal

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Barbet

13-15 years

Easiest to Train

Poodle

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Barbet

5/6

83%

Poodle

πŸ‘‘ Winner

3/6

50%

Portuguese Water Dog

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
France
Germany
France
Portugal
Popularity
#404
#7
#54
Common Names & Aliases
French Water Dog
BarboneCanicheChien CanneGrosse PudelFrench Poodle
Cao De AguaPortieWater Dog
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
LargeMedium
Medium
Medium
Weight Statistics
16.8-28.1 kg
Male: 20-32 kg, Female: 20-27 kg
Male: 19-25 kg, Female: 16-22 kg
Average Weight
16.8-28.1 kg
Male: 26.1 kg, Female: 23.8 kg
Male: 22 kg, Female: 19.1 kg
Height
Male: 58-65 cm, Female: 53-61 cm
38 cm
Male: 50-57 cm, Female: 43-52 cm
Average Height
Male: 58-65 cm, Female: 53-61 cm
38 cm
Male: 53.5 cm, Female: 47.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
5/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
4/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
4/5
3/5
Price Range
$600-$1000
$1000-$1500
$2500-$2800
Availability
3/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
CompanionableIntelligentObedientCheerfulJoyful
ActiveFaithfulIntelligentAlertInstinctualTrainable
BraveImpetuousObedientDocileIntelligentQuarrelsome
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
3/5
3/5
3/5
Prey Drive
3/5
2/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
4/5
2/5
Playful Nature
5/5
4/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
5/5
4/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
3/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
2/5
4/5
5/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
13-15 years
11-15 years
10-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
2/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
CataractsEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaEntropionEpilepsyHerniaHip DysplasiaOverbiteUnderbite
Addison's DiseaseAllergiesBloatCanine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)CataractsCushing's SyndromeEar InfectionsEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismLegg-perthes DiseaseNeonatal Encephalopathy (news)Optic Nerve HypoplasiaPatellar LuxationPremature GrayingProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Runny EyesSebaceous AdenitisVon Willebrand's Disease
Hip DysplasiaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Persistent Pupillary MembranesEntropionEctropionDistichiasisCataractsAbnormally Small EyesGM-1 Storage DiseaseJuvenile Dilated CardiomyopathyGastrointestinal DiseasesIrritable Bowel Disease (ibd)ColitisMegaesophagusHemorrhagic GastroenteritisLymphangiectasiaAddison's Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
2/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
4/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
4/5
3/5
Food Consumption
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
Yes
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
FawnWhiteBrownGrayBlack
ApricotBrownGraySilverWhiteFawnBlueCreamRedBeigeBlack
WhiteBrownBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
5/5
3/5
Shedding Level
1/5
1/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Low
Coat Characteristics
Waterproof
Curly
Curly
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
4/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
4/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
4/5
3/5
Office Friendly
Yes
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Good
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
2-4 puppies
4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel ClubCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Kennel Club of Great BritainNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Federation Cynologique InternationaleAmerican Kennel ClubAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubThe Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubUnited Kennel Club
Winner / Best value