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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	Goldendoodle	Vizsla
Origins	England	United States Canada	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jack Russell Terrier	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Small	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla weight comparison:	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	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 Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla intelligence:	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla trainability comparison.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered
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.	Sensitive: Vizsla 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Vizsla 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?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Vizsla 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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla 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 Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Vizsla 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla 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 Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla mouthiness comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Vizsla 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Goldendoodle and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla energy level comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla coat comparison:	Rough	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Colors What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Goldendoodle and Vizsla color?	Black Tan White	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Goldendoodle or Vizsla? 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.
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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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla 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 Jack Russell Terrier and Goldendoodle and Vizsla have?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Goldendoodle vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer 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 United Kennel Club

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