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Name	Old German Shepherd Dog	Papillon	Pomeranian
Origins	Germany	Spain France Belgium	Germany Poland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Papillon? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	High: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Papillon 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?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillon 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?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon 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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Average: Old German Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud 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 Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog 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 Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon 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: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Papillon 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old German Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	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 Old German Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Old German Shepherd Dog, Papillon and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	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 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Papillon 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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Feathered	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Old German Shepherd Dog, Papillon and Pomeranian color?	Black Tan Brown Grey	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Papillon 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: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	Yes Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon 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?	Old German Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon 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: Old German Shepherd Dog or Papillon or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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?	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.	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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian?	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon 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 Old German Shepherd Dog and Papillon and Pomeranian have?	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Papillon vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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