Miniature Poodle vs Appenzeller Sennenhund

Compare the Miniature Poodle to the Appenzeller Sennenhund. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Miniature Poodles and Appenzeller Sennenhunds.

Miniature Poodle vs Appenzeller Sennenhund
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
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General Details
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
11-13 Years
Height
10-15 Inches
19-22 Inches
Weight
12-18 Pounds
48-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Origin Year
1700 AD
1906 AD
Temperament
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
35-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
None
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Miniature Poodle
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Breed Colors
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Au Lait
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
Black, Brown, and White
Black, Brown, and White
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