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Name	Pomeranian	Morkie	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	Germany Poland	United States	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Morkshire Terrier	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Morkie or Morkie? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	7 inches (18 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Morkie 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? 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.	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Morkie 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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	West Highland White Terrier 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.	Morkie 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.	West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	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 Morkie indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Morkie 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.	West Highland White Terrier 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.

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis
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 Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Morkie and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	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 Morkie 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 West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Fluffy	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Dense
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Morkie and West Highland White Terrier color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black White Brown	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Pomeranian or Morkie or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Morkie or West Highland White Terrier?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No West Highland White Terrier 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.	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie or West Highland White Terrier? 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.
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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 Morkie and West Highland White Terrier have?	2-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pomeranian vs Morkie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 1908 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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	Not recognized by any clubs.	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

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Jack Albertson
Nov 19, 2020, 5:37:12 PM:
Awesome, Thanks for all the facts! I was thinking of getting a pomeranian and this helped me out so much. Now i'm going o tell my mom to get one lol