Boston Terrier vs Teacup Poodle

Compare the Boston Terrier to the Teacup Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boston Terriers and Teacup Poodles.

Boston Terrier vs Teacup Poodle
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
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General Details
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
13-15 Years
8-15 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
6-8 Inches
Weight
10-25 Pounds
2-5 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1870 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Reverse sneezing
Cherry eye
Deafness
Brain tumors
Megaesophagus
Ear infections
Heart murmurs
Stifle Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Canine diabetes mellitus
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Boston Terrier
Teacup Poodle
Breed Colors
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