Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pomsky or Nihon Supittsu or Barboncino Miniatura? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle" Compare Pomsky and Japanese Spitz. Which is better: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Pomsky	Japanese Spitz	Miniature Poodle
Origins	United States	Japan	Germany France
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	557	229	435
Reviews	1	9	2
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Nihon Supittsu	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Japanese Spitz? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	7-38 pounds (3-17 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21.5 pounds (10 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$3500	$500-$800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Frequent: The Pomsky is easier than average to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Pomsky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Pomsky dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pomsky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	High: Pomsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Pomsky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pomsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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?	Pomsky 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Pomsky is a playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	A lot: Pomsky is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle 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 Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Apartment-friendly dog the Pomsky breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pomsky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	The Pomsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle 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: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Allergies Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Dental Problems Skin Diseases	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Pomsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Pomsky, Japanese Spitz and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pomsky: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomsky 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 Japanese Spitz 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.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Pomsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pomsky dogs have an average exercise need.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 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? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pomsky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Double	Thick	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Pomsky, Japanese Spitz and Miniature Poodle color?	Blue Pure white Grey & White Brown or Reddish Brown	White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Pomsky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires 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 Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Pomsky dogs shed above average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pomsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pomsky dogs are generally with other pets.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Poodle dogs are 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 Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle?	Pomsky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Yes Pomsky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pomsky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pomskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pomsky or Japanese Spitz or Miniature Poodle? 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.
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: Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Pomsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle 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.

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle 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 Pomsky and Japanese Spitz and Miniature Poodle have?	2-6 puppies	1-6 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Pomsky Club of America	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Pomsky vs Japanese Spitz vs Miniature Poodle

Reviews