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Name	Pomeranian	Indian Spitz (Greater)	Beagle
Origins	Germany Poland	India	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Greater Indian Spitz	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	26–44 pounds (12–20 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	14–18 inches (35–45 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	16 inches (40 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	Unknown	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Greater) is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Greater) is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Greater) breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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 Indian Spitz (Greater) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Indian Spitz (Greater) and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Greater): 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	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.	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.

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Greater) has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle coat comparison:	Fluffy	Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Indian Spitz (Greater) and Beagle color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	White Brown Black & White	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle 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: Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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, Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Greater) has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle 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.	No Indian Spitz (Greater) is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pomeranian or Indian Spitz (Greater) or Beagle? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Greater) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) and Beagle have?	2-5 puppies	1-5 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Pomeranian vs Indian Spitz (Greater) vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	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

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