Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Comparison – Which dog is better Cavalier or Deutsche Spitze?

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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Pomeranian
Origins	England	Germany Poland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	19	22
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian. Which breed is heavier?	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel taller than a Pomeranian?	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare training requirements.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare alertness levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.
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Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare adaptability levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare average lifespans.	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian. Which breed is healthier?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare activity levels.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel'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.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian? Compare breed colors.	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare drooling amounts.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed more than Pomeranian dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Can a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Pomeranian be friends? Do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs get along with Pomeranian dogs?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or a Pomeranian? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian. Which is more widely recognized?	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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