Newfoundland vs Poodle

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

Newfoundland vs Poodle
Newfoundland
Poodle
Newfoundland
Poodle
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General Details
Newfoundland
Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
8-10 Years
12-15 Years
Height
25-30 Inches
15-24 Inches
Weight
100-150 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Newfoundland
Poodle
Origin Country
Canada
Germany
Origin Year
1600 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Newfoundland
Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Newfoundland
Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Newfoundland
Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Newfoundland
Poodle
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
32 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Newfoundland
Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
High
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Newfoundland
Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Newfoundland
Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Newfoundland
Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Newfoundland
Poodle
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Newfoundland
Poodle
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Cherry eye
Subaortic Stenosis
Cystinuria
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
Newfoundland
Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Corded
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Newfoundland
Poodle
Breed Colors
Black
Brown
Gray
White and Black
Apricot
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White
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