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Name	Toy Poodle	Cairn Terrier	Pomeranian
Origins	Germany France	Scotland	Germany Poland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	Toto Dog Cairn	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$700-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier 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: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Cairn Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	Toy Poodle 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.	Cairn Terrier 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.

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Pomeranian 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: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Poodle, Cairn Terrier and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	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 Cairn Terrier 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 Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Waterproof	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Toy Poodle, Cairn Terrier and Pomeranian color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pomeranian 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: Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cairn Terrier 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.

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

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

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Toy Poodle or Cairn Terrier or Pomeranian? 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: Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian?	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier 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.
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.

Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian 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 Toy Poodle and Cairn Terrier and Pomeranian have?	2-4 puppies	2-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Toy Poodle vs Cairn Terrier vs Pomeranian 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 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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

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