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Compare Poodle and Pomeranian. Which is better: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle?
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Name | Poodle | Pomeranian | Toy Poodle |
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Origins | ![]() ![]() | ![]() ![]() | ![]() ![]() |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 7 | 22 | 449 |
Reviews | 12 | 5 | 3 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle |
Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom |
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$1500 | $600-$800 | $1000-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Size Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Poodle or Pomeranian or Pomeranian? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle weight comparison: | Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) | 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg) | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) | 5 pounds (2 kg) | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle height comparison: | 15 inches (38 cm) or more | 7-12 inches (18-30 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 15 inches (38 cm) or more | 9.5 inches (24 cm) | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle coat comparison: | Curly | Fluffy |
Dense Curly Thick |
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Colors
What are the original Poodle, Pomeranian and Toy Poodle color? |
Apricot Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige Black |
Blue Gray Red Tan Brown Orange White Black |
Apricot Black Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison: | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Poodle or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding: | Poodles shed none to minimal. | Pomeranians shed moderately. | Toy Poodles shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Personality / Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable |
Active Friendly Lively Sociable Extroverted Intelligent Playful Attentive Docile Trainable |
Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable |
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Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle intelligence: | Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
Trainability
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison. | Poodles are easy to train. | Pomeranians are easy to train. | Toy Poodles are very easy to train. |
Playfulness
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison: | The Poodle is a playful breed. | Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. |
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | High: Poodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pomeranians are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Toy Poodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison: | Poodles need a lot of social interaction. | Pomeranians need a lot of social interaction. | Toy Poodles are a social breed. |
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles are good watchdogs. | Pomeranians are average watchdogs. | Toy Poodles are good watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Poodles strongly protect their territory. | Pomeranians strongly protect their territory. | Toy Poodles are average defenders. |
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle mouthiness comparison: | Poodles have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Pomeranians have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Toy Poodles have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Poodles have average wanderlust potential. | Pomeranians are not the biggest explorers. | Toy Poodles tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Poodles have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Pomeranians have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Toy Poodles have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed. |
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Poodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pomeranians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Toy Poodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Pomeranians tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Toy Poodles 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. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly? | Poodles are stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodles are stranger-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets. | Pomeranians are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Toy Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodles are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles are cat-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are very cat-friendly dogs. | Toy Poodles are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles are dog-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are average friendly towards other dogs. | Toy Poodles are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? |
Yes Poodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Pomeranians are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Toy Poodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people. | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Health Comparison
Health Issues
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison: |
Addison's Disease Allergies Bloat Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Cataracts Cushing's Syndrome Ear Infections Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Legg-perthes Disease Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Patellar Luxation Premature Graying Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Runny Eyes Sebaceous Adenitis Von Willebrand's Disease |
Allergies Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Dry Eye Epilepsy Heat Intolerance Heatstroke Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Seizures |
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Canine Diabetes Mellitus Ear Infections Epilepsy Heart Murmurs Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Allergies Slipped Stifle |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Pomeranian and Toy Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years |
Hypoallergenic
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle?
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle energy level comparison: | Poodles have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Pomeranians have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Toy Poodles have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Poodles need quite a lot of exercise. | Pomeranians exercise need is minimal. | Toy Poodles need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | Poodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Pomeranians sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Toy Poodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 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. |
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | 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. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or Pomeranian or Toy Poodle? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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: Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle? | Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Poodle and Pomeranian and Toy Poodle have? | 2-4 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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. 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 |
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 | Dog Registry of America Inc. |
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