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Name	Pomeranian	Lhasa Apso	American Eskimo Dog
Origins	Germany Poland	Tibet	United States Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion 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	Lion Dog Lhasa	American Spitz Eskie Eskimo Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or Lhasa Apso? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$700	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? 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.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Independent Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Eskimo Dog 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.	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Eskimo Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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.	Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Diabetes
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 Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Lhasa Apso and American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog?	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 cold weather The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.	1/2 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Lhasa Apso and American Eskimo Dog color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Red White Brown Yellow	White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Eskimo Dog has an average 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 Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso or American Eskimo Dog? 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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 Lhasa Apso and American Eskimo Dog have?	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pomeranian vs Lhasa Apso vs American Eskimo Dog 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 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds 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 Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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