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Name	Pomeranian	Papillon	Beagle
Origins	Germany Poland	Spain France Belgium	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	22	53	6
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Papillon or Papillon? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 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)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 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)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$400-$600	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average 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 Papillon 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.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	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.	Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon 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 Papillon or Beagle?	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 Papillon indoors.	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 Papillon 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.	Papillon 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 Papillon or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	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 Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Papillon 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	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	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.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Papillon and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 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 Papillon 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	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.	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 Papillon 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.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle coat comparison:	Fluffy	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Papillon and Beagle color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon 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 Papillon or Beagle? Pomeranian or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low 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 Papillon 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 Papillon 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.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Papillon or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Papillon or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	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 Papillon or Beagle?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Papillon vs Beagle?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 Papillon 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.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon vs Beagle?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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 Papillon 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 Papillon and Beagle have?	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Pomeranian vs Papillon 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	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	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	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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