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Name	Pomeranian	Finnish Spitz	Miniature Poodle
Origins	Germany Poland	Finland	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Finnish Hunting Dog Finnish Spets Finsk Spets Loulou Finois Suomalainen Pystykorva Suomenpystykorva Barking Bird Dog	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$700	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? 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.	Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Playful Independent Happy Intelligent Loyal Vocal	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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 Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Spitz 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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.	Finnish Spitz 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle 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 Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Finnish Spitz 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 vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Finnish Spitz 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 vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Poodle 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: Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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	Eye Problems Joint Problems Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
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.	Rare The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Finnish Spitz and Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	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 cold weather The Finnish Spitz 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.

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.	Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups 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? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense Thick Double	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Finnish Spitz and Miniature Poodle color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Red Gold	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomeranian or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	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 Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No 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 Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz 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.

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz or Miniature Poodle? 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: Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Spitz 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.
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 Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 Finnish Spitz and Miniature Poodle have?	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Pomeranian vs Finnish Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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

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