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Name	German Shepherd	Cockapoo	Pomeranian
Origins	Germany	United States	Germany Poland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Cockapoo? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$900-$1100	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cockapoo 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.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Cockapoo 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?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. 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

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cockapoo 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: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. 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 German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	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 Shepherd indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cockapoo 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Cockapoo 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.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo 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:	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cockapoo 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.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Cockapoo 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	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?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Cockapoo 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Cockapoo and Pomeranian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 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: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cockapoo 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cockapoo 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	3 to 4 cups 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? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. 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

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Curly Wavy	Fluffy
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Cockapoo and Pomeranian color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian? German Shepherd or Cockapoo or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. 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: German Shepherd or Cockapoo or Pomeranian?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian 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, German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo 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 German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cockapoo 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.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: German Shepherd or Cockapoo 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

German Shepherd vs Cockapoo 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 German Shepherd and Cockapoo and Pomeranian have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Cockapoo vs Pomeranian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer 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

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