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Name	Pomeranian	Cairn Terrier	Havanese
Origins	Germany Poland	Scotland	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Toto Dog Cairn	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$700-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier 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: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	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 Cairn Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese 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 Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese mouthiness comparison:	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese 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: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Cairn Terrier and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese energy level comparison:	Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Havanese 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 Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese 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

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese coat comparison:	Fluffy	Waterproof	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Cairn Terrier and Havanese color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	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 Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Havanese dogs are 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 Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pomeranian or Cairn Terrier or Havanese? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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: Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.

Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese 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 Pomeranian and Cairn Terrier and Havanese have?	2-5 puppies	2-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pomeranian vs Cairn Terrier vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds 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. 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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