Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Papillon Versus Pomapoo: Introduction
- Papillon versus Pomapoo: Overview
- Papillon versus Pomapoo: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Pomapoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Pomapoo
- Lifespan of Papillon versus Pomapoo
- Price of Papillon versus Price of Pomapoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Pomapoo
- Do Papillons shed more than Pomapoos?
- Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Pomapoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Pomapoo?
- Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomapoo?
- Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Pomapoos?
- Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Pomapoo
- Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Pomapoo?
- Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Pomapoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Pomapoos?
- Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Pomapoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomapoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papillon versus Pomapoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papillon Versus Pomapoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papillon and the Pomapoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Papillon and the Pomapoo better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Papillon and the Pomapoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papillon and the Pomapoo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Papillon and for the Pomapoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Papillon and the Pomapoo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Papillon or the Pomapoo.
Papillon versus Pomapoo: Overview
Both the Papillon and the Pomapoo are similar in size. The Papillon and the Pomapoo are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Papillon belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Pomapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Papillon versus Pomapoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papillon to the Pomapoo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Papillon and the Pomapoo
| Factor | Papillon | Pomapoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 5 to 15 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 8 to 10 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1800 | $1620 |
| Price Range | $1400 – $2000 | $1275 – $1900 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papillon in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Pomapoo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Papillon is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pomapoo is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the Pomapoo. So, you should get the Papillon!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Papillon and the Pomapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Pomapoo
The Papillon and the Pomapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papillon and the Pomapoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Pomapoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papillon and the Pomapoo.
Papillons weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Papillons are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pomapoos weigh 5 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Pomapoos are 8 to 10 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Papillon versus Pomapoo
The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Pomapoos is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Pomapoos is 13.5 years.
Papillons live longer than Pomapoos.
Price of Papillon versus Price of Pomapoo
The average price of the Papillon puppy is $1800. The price of the Papillon typically ranges from $1400 – $2000. However, the price of a Papillon can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 108 Papillon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Pomapoo puppy is $1620. The price of the Pomapoo typically ranges from $1275 – $1900. However, the price of the Pomapoo can be as low as $550 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 109 Pomapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Papillon is more expensive than the Pomapoo.
| Papillon | Pomapoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1800 | $1620 |
| Price Range | $1400 to $2000 | $1275 to $1900 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Papillon and Pomapoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Papillon puppies or how many Pomapoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Papillons. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Pomapoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papillon puppy or the Pomapoo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Pomapoo
Papillons do not like to be left alone.
Pomapoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Papillons shed more than Pomapoos?
Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pomapoos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Pomapoo
Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pomapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Pomapoo?
Papillons are moderately easy to groom.
Pomapoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomapoo?
Papillons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Pomapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Pomapoos?
Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pomapoos bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pomapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Pomapoo
Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pomapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papillons can tolerate hot weather.
Pomapoos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Pomapoo?
Papillons get along very well with other dogs.
Pomapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Pomapoos?
Papillons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pomapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Pomapoos?
Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pomapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Pomapoo?
Papillons are very easy to train.
Pomapoos are very easy to train.
Is the Papillon Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomapoo?
Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.
Pomapoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papillon or the Pomapoo?
Papillons are very good for new dog owners.
Pomapoos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papillon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papillon:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomapoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Pomapoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papillon and how the Pomapoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papillon and of the Pomapoo to other breeds:
Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papillon versus Goldador Papillon versus English Setter Papillon versus Maremma Sheepdog Papillon versus Valley Bulldog Papillon versus German Shorthaired Pointer Papillon versus Coton de Tulear Papillon versus Karelian Bear Dog Papillon versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Papillon versus Pharaoh Hound Papillon versus Norwegian Lundehund Papillon versus Standard Schnauzer Papillon versus Basenji Papillon versus English Cocker Spaniel Papillon versus Shiba Inu Papillon versus Peek A Poo Papillon versus Beaglier Papillon versus Cocker Spaniel Papillon versus Beaglier Papillon versus Greyhound Papillon versus Dutch Shepherd Papillon versus Curly-Coated Retriever Papillon versus Maltese Papillon versus Dogo Argentino Papillon versus Finnish Lapphund Papillon versus Bordoodle
Pomapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomapoo versus Carolina Dog Pomapoo versus German Longhaired Pointer Pomapoo versus Welsh Terrier Pomapoo versus Great Dane Pomapoo versus Boxer Pomapoo versus English Cocker Spaniel Pomapoo versus Miniature Poodle Pomapoo versus French Bulldog Pomapoo versus English Setter Pomapoo versus Shichon Pomapoo versus Mastiff Pomapoo versus Schipperke Pomapoo versus Rottweiler Pomapoo versus Xoloitzcuintli Pomapoo versus Pekingese Pomapoo versus Miniature Pinscher Pomapoo versus Spinone Italiano Pomapoo versus Ibizan Hound Pomapoo versus Australian Kelpie Pomapoo versus Redbone Coonhound Pomapoo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Pomapoo versus Basset Hound Pomapoo versus Cesky Terrier Pomapoo versus Maremma Sheepdog Pomapoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Conclusion: Papillon versus Pomapoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Papillon and the Pomapoo better suits you and your family.