Dachshund vs Poodle

Compare the Dachshund to the Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dachshunds and Poodles.

Dachshund vs Poodle
Dachshund
Poodle
Dachshund
Poodle
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General Details
Dachshund
Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Height
5-11 Inches
15-24 Inches
Weight
11-32 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dachshund
Poodle
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1400 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Dachshund
Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Dachshund
Poodle
Traits
Aggressive
Jealous
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dachshund
Poodle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dachshund
Poodle
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
32 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Dachshund
Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dachshund
Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Dachshund
Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dachshund
Poodle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dachshund
Poodle
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Dachshund
Poodle
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Cancer
Mitral valve disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Canine diabetes mellitus
Deafness
Narcolepsy
Baldness
Intervertebral disc disease
Acanthosis nigricans
Lymphocytic thyroiditis
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Optic nerve hypoplasia
Cataracts
Runny eyes
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Premature graying
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Neonatal Encephalopathy
Atrial septal defect
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dachshund
Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Corded
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Dachshund
Poodle
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Tan
Blue and Cream
Blue and Tan
Chocolate
Chocolate and Cream
Chocolate and Tan
Cream
Fawn
Fawn and Cream
Fawn and Tan
Red
Wheaten
Apricot
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White
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