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Compare Golden Retriever and Pomeranian. Which is better: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?
Name | Golden Retriever | Pomeranian | Norfolk Terrier |
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Origins | Scotland | Germany Poland | United Kingdom |
Group | Gun Dog | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 3 | 22 | 128 |
Reviews | 14 | 6 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever |
Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom | Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Large | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Pomeranian? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison: | Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg) | 10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | 5 pounds (2 kg) | 11 pounds (5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison: | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) | 7-12 inches (18-30 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) | 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$2000 | $600-$800 | $2000-$2500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence: | Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison. | Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. | Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison: |
Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy |
Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted |
Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison: | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. | The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Golden Retriever 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. | Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Their prey drive is low. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison: | The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. | Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Golden Retriever 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. | Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier mouthiness comparison: | Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis |
Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance | No data available |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier energy level comparison: | Golden Retriever 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. | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal. | Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever 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. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | 3 to 4 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. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison: |
Silky Wavy Shiny Straight | Fluffy |
Wiry Shaggy |
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Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier color? | Golden Light |
Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange |
Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison: | Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding: | Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. | Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | 2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? | Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? |
Yes Golden Retriever 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. |
Yes Norfolk Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Norfolk Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people. | Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | 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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog? | 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. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? | Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier have? | 5-10 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 | No data available |
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