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Name	Pomeranian	Schipperke	Keeshond
Origins	Germany Poland	Belgium	Germany Netherlands
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Schipperke? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? 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.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Keeshond 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.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Keeshond 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 Schipperke vs Keeshond Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Keeshond 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 Schipperke or Keeshond?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	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 Keeshond indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond 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.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	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.	Keeshond 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 Schipperke vs Keeshond Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Keeshond 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 Schipperke vs Keeshond? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond health problems comparison:	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations
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 Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Schipperke and Keeshond breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	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 Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	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.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond 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.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond coat comparison:	Fluffy	Fluffy Soft Thick	Fluffy Dense
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Schipperke and Keeshond color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Gray Cream Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Pomeranian or Schipperke or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	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.	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 Schipperke vs Keeshond hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond 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 Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are very 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 Schipperke or Keeshond?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Schipperke or Keeshond?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond 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 Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond 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.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond 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 Schipperke or Keeshond? 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond 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 Schipperke vs Keeshond 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 Schipperke and Keeshond have?	2-5 puppies	3-7 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Pomeranian vs Schipperke vs Keeshond 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 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.

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