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Name	German Shepherd	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Pomeranian
Origins	Germany	United States	Germany Poland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. 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 German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 German Shepherd indoors.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has lowest bite risk?	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. 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 Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Feathered	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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 German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Australian Shepherd 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?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Compare search and rescue potential between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has most military use?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	2-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. What's recommended?	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.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Pomeranian. Which has most recognition?	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	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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