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Name	Pomeranian	Yorkipoo	Pekingese
Origins	Germany Poland	United States	China
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	No data available	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Yorkipoo? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	10.5 pounds (5 kg)	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? 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.	Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated
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.	Pekingese dogs are less 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 Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pekingese 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.	Yorkipoo 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.	Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. See more.	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal 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 Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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.	Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Yorkipoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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 Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Yorkipoo and Pekingese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	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 cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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.	Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese coat comparison:	Fluffy	Curly Silky Soft Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Yorkipoo and Pekingese color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomeranian or Yorkipoo or Pekingese?	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pekingese 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.	Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.

Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo or Pekingese? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo vs Pekingese 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 Yorkipoo and Pekingese have?	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pomeranian vs Yorkipoo vs Pekingese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America

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