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Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pomsky or Chimeranian or Continental Toy Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon breeds.
No data available Chimeranian
Chi-Pom
Pomahuahua
Pom-Chi
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Purebred

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is the largest?
Small
Medium
Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon? Compare adult weight ranges.
7-38 pounds (3-17 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
21.5 pounds (10 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon? Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon height comparison:
10-15 inches (25-38 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Find price differences between these breeds.
$2500-$3500 $200-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon?
Frequent: The Pomsky is easier than average to get.
Average: The Pomchi is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Pomsky dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Pomchi dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is easiest to train?
Pomsky dogs are easy to train.
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Pomchi dogs are easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most alert?
Pomsky dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Pomchi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most protective?
Pomsky dogs are average defenders.
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Pomchi dogs are average defenders.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon? Compare temperaments.
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Active
Playful
Energetic
Devoted
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Pomchi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon?
High: Pomsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Pomchi dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon social needs comparison:
Pomsky dogs are a social breed.
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Pomchi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pomsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Pomchi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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.
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Pomchi 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.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Pomsky is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Pomchi is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most playful?
The Pomsky is a playful breed.
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The Pomchi is a playful breed.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Apartment-friendly dog the Pomsky breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Pomchi 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 Papillon indoors.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most flexible?
Pomsky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Pomchi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Pomsky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pomchi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which uses mouth most during play?
Pomsky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pomchi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pomsky bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pomchi bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pomsky: 13 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Pomchi: 15 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has fewer health issues?
The Pomsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Pomsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Pomchi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Allergies
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Dental Problems
Skin Diseases
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Dental Problems
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which breed is most active?
Pomsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Pomchi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pomsky dogs have an average exercise need.
Pomchi dogs have an average exercise need.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon?
Pomsky dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Pomchi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Pomsky has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomchi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 cups 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. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. What colors are available?
Blue
Pure white
Grey & White
Brown or Reddish Brown
Cream
Brown
Sable
Black & Tan
Blue & Tan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Pomsky requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Pomchi requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which drools least?
The Pomsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Pomchi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Pomsky has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pomchi has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy
Soft
Double
Fluffy
Double
Long
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon? Pomsky or Pomchi or {name3 shedding:
Pomsky dogs shed above average.
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Pomchi dogs shed moderately.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best with kids?
Pomsky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pomsky dogs are generally with other pets.
Pomchi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?
Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon?
Pomsky dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pomchi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pomsky or Pomchi or Papillon?
Pomsky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon?
Yes
Pomsky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pomchi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon 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.
Yes
Pomchi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Papillon 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.
Pomchis are commonly okay with elderly people.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Pomsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pomchi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has most military use?

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 Pomchi vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has most puppies?
2-6 puppies 2-6 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Pomsky vs Pomchi vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Pomsky, Pomchi, and Papillon. Which has most recognition?
Pomsky Club of America 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
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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