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Name	Cavapoo	Miniature Schnauzer	Pomeranian
Origins	Australia	Germany	Germany Poland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Zwergschnauzer	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Miniature Schnauzer and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Wiry	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Miniature Schnauzer and Pomeranian color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavapoo or Miniature Schnauzer or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cavapoo and Miniature Schnauzer and Pomeranian have?	2-8 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Cavapoo vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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