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Name	Pomeranian	West Highland White Terrier	Bichon Frise
Origins	Germany Poland	Scotland	Spain Belgium
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$900-$1200	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful
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.	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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bichon Frise 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bichon Frise 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. 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 West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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	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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts
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 West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, West Highland White Terrier and Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	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 West Highland White Terrier 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.

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, West Highland White Terrier and Bichon Frise color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	White	Cream White Buff Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	Yes Pomeranian 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.	Yes Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bichon Frise 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.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier or Bichon Frise? 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.
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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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise?	Not really Pomeranian 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.	Not really Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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 West Highland White Terrier and Bichon Frise have?	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pomeranian vs West Highland White Terrier vs Bichon Frise 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 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America

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