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Compare Miniature Poodle and Pomeranian. Which is better: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese?
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 | 2 | 6 | 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 Size and Weight 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 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 Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
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. |
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Trainability
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese trainability comparison. | Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. | Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. | Havanese dogs 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 Poodle dogs are average defenders. | Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Personality and 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 Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual |
Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
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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 Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Havanese dogs 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 Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
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. |
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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. |
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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Miniature Poodle 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. | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle 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. | Havanese dogs 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 Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
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. |
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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. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese mouthiness comparison: | Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Health and Lifespan 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: | Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease |
Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease 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 |
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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese?
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese energy level comparison: | Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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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 Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
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. |
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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. |
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming 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? |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot |
Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown 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 Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. | Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. | Havanese dogs 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. |
Hypoallergenic
Miniature Poodle vs Pomeranian vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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 Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Poodle or Pomeranian or Havanese? | Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Havanese dogs 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 Poodle 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. |
Yes Havanese dogs 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 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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