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Name	Welsh Terrier	Labradoodle	Kooikerhondje
Origins	Wales	Australia	Netherlands
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welshie	No data available	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje trainability comparison.	Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje 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: Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje social needs comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje 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 Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier 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 Labradoodle 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 Kooikerhondje indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kooikerhondje 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: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje health problems comparison:	Skin Irritation	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Terrier, Labradoodle and Kooikerhondje breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	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 cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje coat comparison:	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Fine Variety of coat types	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Welsh Terrier, Labradoodle and Kooikerhondje color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Red White Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje 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: Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje 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, Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most 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 Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	Yes Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Welsh Terrier or Labradoodle or Kooikerhondje? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje?	Not really Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje 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.

Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje 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 Welsh Terrier and Labradoodle and Kooikerhondje have?	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Welsh Terrier vs Labradoodle vs Kooikerhondje Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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