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Name	Keeshond	Miniature Poodle	Pomeranian
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond 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.	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: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle 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 Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Keeshond 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	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 Keeshond indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Poodle 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond 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.	Miniature Poodle 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.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle 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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower 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.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle 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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Life Expectancy Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle'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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Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Dense Curly Thick	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Keeshond, Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low 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 Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle 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.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian?	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle 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 Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle 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?	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Keeshond or Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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: Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian?	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Keeshond and Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian have?	3-8 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5	2-5 puppies
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Keeshond vs Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.	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. 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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