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Name	Pomeranian	Yorkshire Terrier	Mal-Shi
Origins	Germany Poland	England	United States Canada
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion 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	Yorkie	Malti Zu Malt-Tzu Malshi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Which is the smallest dog, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi weight comparison:	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	5-15 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	5 pounds (2 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	10 pounds (2.3-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi height comparison:	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	10-20 inces (25-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	10-20 inces (38 cm)

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Mal-Shi is a commonly available dog breed.

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi intelligence:	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi trainability comparison.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Playful Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Affectionate Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mal-Shi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi social needs comparison:	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mal-Shi 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mal-Shi 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi playfulness comparison:	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Mal-Shis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Mal-Shi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Mal-Shi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Mal-Shi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi health problems comparison:	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	No data available
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 Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Mal-Shi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi lifespan comparison. How long do Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier and Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Mal-Shi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mal-Shi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Mal-Shi dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mal-Shi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mal-Shi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi coat comparison:	Fluffy	Fine	Silky Soft Wavy Double
Colors What are the original Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier and Mal-Shi color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Gray White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi grooming comparison:	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Mal-Shi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mal-Shi dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pomeranian or Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi?	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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mal-Shi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi Good With Comparison

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

Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Mal-Shi? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi?	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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 Yorkshire Terrier and Mal-Shi have?	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pomeranian vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Mal-Shi 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 1885 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Toy 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	No data available

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