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Name	Pug	Pomeranian	Golden Retriever
Origins	China	Germany Poland	Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	31	22	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Pomeranian or Pomeranian? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pug 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.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Golden Retriever 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?	Pug 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.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Golden Retriever 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

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever 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 Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Pomeranian and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Fine	Fluffy	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Pug, Pomeranian and Golden Retriever color?	Black Fawn	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? Pug or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pug or Pomeranian or Golden Retriever? 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.	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever 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 Pug and Pomeranian and Golden Retriever have?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pug vs Pomeranian vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
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	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

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