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Name	Poochon	Papillon	German Pinscher
Origins	Australia	Spain France Belgium	Germany
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Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poochon or Papillon or Papillon? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher weight comparison:	6-15 pounds (3-7 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher height comparison:	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: The Poochon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.	Poochon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poochon dogs are average defenders. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Intelligent Affectionate	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Poochon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon 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: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	High: Poochon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Poochon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poochon 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Poochon is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	Average to High: The Poochon is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher 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 Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Very house-friendly dog the Poochon 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.	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 German Pinscher indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Poochon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon 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.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Poochon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
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 Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Poochon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	The Poochon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Retinal Dysplasia Allergies Addison's Disease Bladder Stones Cushing's Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poochon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Poochon, Papillon and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher energy level comparison:	Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	1 to 1.5 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.	2 to 2.5 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? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher coat comparison:	Wavy Coarse	Feathered	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Poochon, Papillon and German Pinscher color?	Black Tan Cream Grey Apricot	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Poochon or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Poochon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Pinscher 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: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	Low 🔽 The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poochon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher 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 Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher?	Poochon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	Yes Poochon 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.	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poochon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Poochon or Papillon or German Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher?	Not really Poochon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher 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.

Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher 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 Poochon and Papillon and German Pinscher have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Poochon vs Papillon vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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