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Name	Great Dane	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Pomeranian
Origins	Germany	England	Germany Poland
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	14	19	22
Reviews	1	5	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dane, Gentle Giant, Deutsche Dogge, German Mastiff, Apollo of Dogs	Cav, Cavalier, Cavie	Pom, Pom Pom, Deutsche Spitze, Zwergspitz, Spitz Nain, Spitz Enano, Zwers
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	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 Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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.
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 Canadian 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
Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500	$600-$800
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent	Very frequent

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian size comparison:	Giant	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Great Dane, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian color?	Blue Fawn White Brindle Merle Black	Tan Blenheim Tricolor Ruby	Blue Gray Red Tan Brown Orange White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Great Danes shed moderately.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed above average.	Pomeranians shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	4-6 weeks Average.	6-8 weeks Rarely.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved Confident Intelligent Loving	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Cheerful Gentle Social Polite Quiet Active Graceful Fearless Friendly Nonaggressive Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Friendly Lively Sociable Extroverted Intelligent Playful Attentive Docile Trainable
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Smart: Great Dane's has great intelligence.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Great Danes are quite easy to train.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are quite easy to train.	Pomeranians are easy to train.
Playfulness Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Great Danes don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Great Danes are average dogs regarding their affection level.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Pomeranians are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Great Danes are a social breed.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels need a lot of social interaction.	Pomeranians need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.	Average to high: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes are one of the best watchdogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best watchdogs.	Pomeranians are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Danes are extremely protective guard dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best to protect their territory.	Pomeranians strongly protect their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	Great Danes have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Pomeranians have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Danes have average wanderlust potential.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to escape less than other breeds.	Pomeranians are not the biggest explorers.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Danes 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.	Pomeranians have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Great Dane fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Cavalier King Charles Spaniel fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Pomeranian fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Great Danes adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pomeranians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Pomeranians tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately 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.

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Danes are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very stranger friendly dogs.	Pomeranians are not the most stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranians are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes are average friendly towards cats.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are average friendly towards cats.	Pomeranians are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranians are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	No Great Danes are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Pomeranians are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Danes are usually recommended 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.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Danes are generally with other pets.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally with other pets.	Pomeranians are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more and 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.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Bloat Cancer Dilated Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Patent Ductus Arteriosis Persistent Right Aortic Arch Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Syringomyelia	Allergies Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Dry Eye Epilepsy Heat Intolerance Heatstroke Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Seizures
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	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.
Life Expectancy Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-10 years	10-14 years	12-16 years
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Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	Great Danes are high energy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Pomeranians have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Danes exercise need is minimal.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average exercise need.	Pomeranians exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	Great Danes don't need too much sleep.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Pomeranians sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Pomeranian?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average.	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian?	Medium The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	High The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high 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 Great Dane 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Great Dane vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
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 Great Dane and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Pomeranian have?	10-15 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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