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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutsche Spitze or Bjelkier or Corgi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pomeranian Samoyed Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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Group Companion Dogs Sled Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutsche Spitze
Pom Pom
Spitz Enano
Spitz Nain
Zwergspitz
Zwers
Pom
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Samoyed? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi weight comparison:
3-7 pounds (1-3 kg) Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
5 pounds (2 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi height comparison:
7-12 inches (18-30 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
9.5 inches (24 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi intelligence:
Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi trainability comparison.
Pomeranian dogs are easy to train.
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Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:
Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:
Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
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 Samoyed indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pomeranian bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.
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 Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi mouthiness comparison:
Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
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 Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Samoyed and Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
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.
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Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi coat comparison:
Fluffy Dense Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Pomeranian, Samoyed and Pembroke Welsh Corgi color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Orange
Cream
White
Biscuit
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:
Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Pomeranian or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:
Pomeranian dogs shed moderately.
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Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

Medium

The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
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The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?
Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Yes
Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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
Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pomeranian or Samoyed or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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 Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

Not really

Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Pomeranian and Samoyed and Pembroke Welsh Corgi have?
2-5 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-7 puppies

Pomeranian vs Samoyed vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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