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Compare Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian. Which is better: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese?
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| Name | Miniature Poodle | Pomeranian | Havanese |
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| Origins |  Germany  France | Germany  Poland |  Cuba |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 435 | 22 | 23 |
| Reviews | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel |
Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which is more expensive? | $1000-$1500 | $600-$800 | $900-$1200 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | 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 Pomeranian is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Size Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Small | Small | Small |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Pomeranian? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese weight comparison: | 15-17 pounds (7-8 kg) | 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 16 pounds (7.5 kg) | 5 pounds (2 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese height comparison: | 11-15 inches (28-38 cm) | 7-12 inches (18-30 cm) | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 13 inches (33 cm) | 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese coat comparison: |
Dense Curly Thick | Fluffy |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
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| Colors
What are the original Miniature Poodle, Pomeranian and Havanese color? |
Apricot Black Brown Gray Silver White Fawn Blue Cream Red Beige |
Blue Gray Red Tan Brown Orange White Black |
Black Reddish-Brown Fawn White Havana Brown Tobacco |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese grooming comparison: | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding: | Miniature Poodles shed none to minimal. | Pomeranians shed moderately. | Havaneses shed none to minimal. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | 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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Personality / Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison: |
Active Faithful Intelligent Alert Instinctual Trainable |
Active Friendly Lively Sociable Extroverted Intelligent Playful Attentive Docile Trainable |
Affectionate Gentle Playful Companionable Intelligent Responsive Sturdy Lively Amiable Charming |
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| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese intelligence: | Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
| Trainability
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese trainability comparison. | Miniature Poodles are very easy to train. | Pomeranians are easy to train. | Havaneses are very easy to train. |
| Playfulness
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese playfulness comparison: | The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. | Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Havanese is a highly 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: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | High: Miniature 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: Havaneses are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese social needs comparison: | Miniature Poodles need a lot of social interaction. | Pomeranians need a lot of social interaction. | Havaneses need a lot of social interaction. |
| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodles are good watchdogs. | Pomeranians are average watchdogs. | Havaneses are good watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Miniature Poodles are average defenders. | Pomeranians strongly protect their territory. | Havaneses strongly protect their territory. |
| Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese mouthiness comparison: | Miniature Poodles have a lower 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. | Havaneses have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Poodles tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pomeranians are not the biggest explorers. | Havaneses tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature 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. | Havaneses have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. |
| Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Miniature Poodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pomeranians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Havaneses adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature 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. | Havaneses tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Good With Comparison
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Poodles are stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Havaneses are stranger-friendly dogs. |
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| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Poodles are usually friendly towards other pets. | Pomeranians are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Havaneses are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodles are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Havaneses are very kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodles are cat-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are very cat-friendly dogs. | Havaneses are very cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodles are dog-friendly dogs. | Pomeranians are average friendly towards other dogs. | Havaneses are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? |
Yes Miniature 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 Havaneses are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Health Comparison
| Health Issues
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | The Miniature 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 Havanese 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: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese health problems comparison: |
Addison's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia |
Allergies Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Dry Eye Epilepsy Heat Intolerance Heatstroke Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Seizures |
Cataracts Chondrodysplasia Deafness Elbow Dysplasia Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
| Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Miniature 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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
| Life Expectancy
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Poodle, Pomeranian and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
| Hypoallergenic
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
| Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese?
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese energy level comparison: | Miniature 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. | Havaneses have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Miniature Poodles need quite a lot of exercise. | Pomeranians exercise need is minimal. | Havaneses exercise need is very minimal. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature 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. | Havaneses sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
| Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | 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. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. |
| Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature 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 Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | 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. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
| Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese 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. | 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: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese? | Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Havanese 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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese 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 Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian and Havanese have? | 2-8 puppies, average 5 | 2-5 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese 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 1888 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. |
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| FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds 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 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 |
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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America |
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