A Detailed Comparison of the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo.

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French Spaniel Versus Bich Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the French Spaniel and for the Bich Poo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the French Spaniel or the Bich Poo

French Spaniel versus Bich Poo: Overview

A very important difference between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The French Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the French Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

French Spaniel versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the French Spaniel to the Bich Poo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor French Spaniel Bich Poo
Life Span 10 to 12 years. 12 to 15 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Height 21 to 24 inches. 9 to 15 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 45 to 60 pounds. 6 to 17 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $4250 $2230
Price Range $3875 – $4625 $1600 – $2600
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the French Spaniel in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Bich Poo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a French Spaniel is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the French Spaniel. So, you should get the Bich Poo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo

    Below is a list of where the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are most different:

  • French Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Bich Poos adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo

    The French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are most similar:

  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are very easy to train.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are very playful.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of French Spaniel versus Bich Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo.

    French Spaniels weigh 45 to 60 pounds. when fully grown. French Spaniels are 21 to 24 inches. when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Price of French Spaniel versus Price of Bich Poo

    The average price of the French Spaniel puppy is $4250. The price of the French Spaniel typically ranges from $3875 – $4625. However, the price of a French Spaniel can be as low as $3500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2 French Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Bich Poo puppy is $2230. The price of the Bich Poo typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of a Bich Poo can be as low as $1000 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Bich Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The French Spaniel is more expensive than the Bich Poo.

    French Spaniel Bich Poo
    Average Price $4250 $2230
    Price Range $3875 to $4625 $1600 to $2600

    The charts below show the price distribution for the French Spaniel and Bich Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many French Spaniel puppies or how many Bich Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of French Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of French Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos

    A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the French Spaniel puppy or the Bich Poo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Is the French Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Can French Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    French Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.

    Which one drools more, the French Spaniel or the Bich Poo

    French Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do French Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?

    French Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: French Spaniel vs. Bich Poo

    French Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Tolerates Being Alone: French Spaniel versus Bich Poo

    French Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.

    Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do French Spaniels shed more than Bich Poos?

    French Spaniels shed moderately.

    Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the French Spaniel or the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the French Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the French Spaniel or the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    Can French Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    French Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    How Kid-friendly are French Spaniels and Bich Poos?

    French Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the French Spaniel or the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the French Spaniel Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?

    French Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Bich Poos are very easy to train.

    Are French Spaniels good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?

    French Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the French Spaniel:

  • Dutch Shepherd (80 percent match with French Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Bich Poo vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bich Poo:

  • Bichon Frise (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the French Spaniel vs Bichon Frise.
  • Miniature Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the French Spaniel vs Miniature Poodle.
  • Toy Poodle (87 percent match with Bich Poo). Here is our comparison of the French Spaniel vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the French Spaniel and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the French Spaniel and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:

    French Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    French Spaniel versus Shiranian     French Spaniel versus Schipperke     French Spaniel versus Spinone Italiano     French Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso     French Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound     French Spaniel versus Labradoodle     French Spaniel versus American Eskimo Dog     French Spaniel versus Kai Ken     French Spaniel versus Bloodhound     French Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound     

    Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Bich Poo versus Maltipoo     Bich Poo versus Cavachon     Bich Poo versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Bich Poo versus Pharaoh Hound     Bich Poo versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Bich Poo versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Bich Poo versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Bich Poo versus Westiepoo     Bich Poo versus Pharaoh Hound     Bich Poo versus Sealyham Terrier     

    Conclusion: French Spaniel versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the French Spaniel and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.