Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bantu Dog or Pomterrier?

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Name	Africanis	Toy Pom Terrier
Origins	South Africa	United States Germany French Polynesia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bantu Dog Hottentot Hunting Dog Khoikhoi Dog Tswana breed dog Umbwa Wa Ki-Shenzi Zulu Dog African Dog	Pomterrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Is the Africanis bigger than the Toy Pom Terrier breed? Is an Africanis smaller than a Toy Pom Terrier?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier weight comparison:	55-100 inches (25-45 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55-100 inches (35 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Is an Africanis taller than a Toy Pom Terrier?	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (55 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Africanis and Toy Pom Terrier?	$300-$500	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Toy Pom Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier smarter? Which is best? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Africanis dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Toy Pom Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Africanis dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Friendly Affectionate Obedient Territorial Trainable Watchful	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Docile Loyal Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Spirited Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Average to High: Africanis dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Toy Pom Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier social needs comparison:	Africanis dogs are a social breed. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Africanis 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.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Africanis is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Pom Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Average: The Africanis barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Toy Pom Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Africanis breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Pom Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Africanis dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis 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.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Africanis bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Pom Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Africanis more dangerous than a Toy Pom Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Africanis has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Pom Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Africanis dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Africaniss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Toy Pom Terrier 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: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier health problems comparison:	Cancer Dermoid Sinus Parvovirus Rabies	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Demodectic Mange Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Frequent The Africanis should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Toy Pom Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Africanis and Toy Pom Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Africanis and Toy Pom Terrier?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Africanis: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Pom Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Toy Pom Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier energy level comparison:	Africanis dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Africanis dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Does the Africanis breed eat more than the Toy Pom Terrier breed?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	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? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Africanis has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Toy Pom Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Thick	Fluffy Dense
Colors What are the original Africanis and Toy Pom Terrier color? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier color comparison:	Black Tan White Brown	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Africanis doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Toy Pom Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Do Africanis dogs shed more than Toy Pom Terrier dogs?	Africanis dogs are low shedders. See more.	Toy Pom Terrier 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: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	6-8 weeks 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 Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Africanis has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Toy Pom Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	The Africanis is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Pom Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Africanis dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Africanis dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier?	Africanis dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Can an Africanis and a Toy Pom Terrier be friends? Do Africanis dogs get along with Toy Pom Terrier dogs?	Africanis dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Toy Pom Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Yes Africanis dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Pom Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Africanis is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Pom Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Africaniss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Toy Pom Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: Africanis or Toy Pom Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier?	Not really Africanis breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Pom Terrier 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.
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.

Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Africanis and Toy Pom Terrier have? Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier litter size comparison:	2-8 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Africanis vs Toy Pom Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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