Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Papillon Versus Pomsky: Introduction
- Papillon versus Pomsky: Overview
- Papillon versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papillon and the Pomsky
- The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Pomsky
- Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Pomsky
- Lifespan of Papillon versus Pomsky
- Price of Papillon versus Price of Pomsky
- Adopting the Papillon versus Adopting the Pomsky
- Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Pomsky
- Do Papillons shed more than Pomskys?
- Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Pomsky
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Pomsky?
- Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
- Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?
- Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Pomsky
- Can Papillons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Pomsky?
- Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
- How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Pomskys?
- Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papillon
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Papillon versus Pomsky. Which One is a Better Pet?
Papillon Versus Pomsky: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papillon and the Pomsky? 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 Pomsky 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 Pomsky.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papillon and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky.
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 Pomsky.
Papillon versus Pomsky: Overview
A very important difference between the Papillon and the Pomsky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papillon is a tiny-sized dog while the Pomsky is a small-sized dog.
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 Pomsky belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Papillon versus Pomsky: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Papillon to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky
| Factor | Papillon | Pomsky |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 9 pounds | 7 to 38 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 15 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1800 | $2270 |
| Price Range | $1400 – $2000 | $1500 – $2995 |
| 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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papillon is a better pet than the Pomsky. 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 Pomsky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papillon and the Pomsky
Below is a list of where the Papillon and the Pomsky are most different:
The Similarities Between the Papillon and the Pomsky
The Papillon and the Pomsky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papillon and the Pomsky are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Papillon versus Pomsky
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papillon and the Pomsky.
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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Papillon versus Pomsky
The lifespan of Papillons is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Papillons is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Pomskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pomskys is 13.5 years.
Papillons live longer than Pomskys.
Price of Papillon versus Price of Pomsky
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 Pomsky puppy is $2270. The price of the Pomsky typically ranges from $1500 – $2995. However, the price of the Pomsky can be as low as $500 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 823 Pomsky puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pomsky is more expensive than the Papillon.
| Papillon | Pomsky | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1800 | $2270 |
| Price Range | $1400 to $2000 | $1500 to $2995 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Papillon and Pomsky. For different price points, the charts show how many Papillon puppies or how many Pomsky 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 Pomskys
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papillon puppy or the Pomsky 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.
Adopting the Papillon versus Adopting the Pomsky
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Papillons and many Pomskys are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Papillon named Phineus that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Papillons like Phineus on pefinder.com.
Also, like Papillons, Pomskys are also available for adoption. For example, Asher is a Male Pomsky that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pomskys like Asher that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
You can find more Papillons and Pomskys that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Papillon versus Pomsky
Papillons do not like to be left alone.
Pomskys do not like to be left alone.
Do Papillons shed more than Pomskys?
Papillons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pomskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Papillon or the Pomsky
Papillons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Papillon or the Pomsky?
Papillons are moderately easy to groom.
Pomskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Papillon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomsky?
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.
Pomskys 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.
Do Papillons Bark and Howl? What about Pomskys?
Papillons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pomskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Papillons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
Papillons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Papillon vs. Pomsky
Papillons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pomskys 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 Pomskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
Papillons can tolerate hot weather.
Pomskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papillon or the Pomsky?
Papillons get along very well with other dogs.
Pomskys get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Papillons good family dogs? What about Pomskys?
Papillons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pomskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Papillons and Pomskys?
Papillons get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Papillon Easier to Train than the Pomsky?
Papillons are very easy to train.
Pomskys are fairly easy to train.
Is the Papillon Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomsky?
Papillons adapt very well to apartment living.
Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papillon or the Pomsky?
Papillons are very good for new dog owners.
Pomskys are not the best dogs 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 Pomsky
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Papillon and how the Pomsky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papillon and of the Pomsky to other breeds:
Papillon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papillon versus Spinone Italiano Papillon versus Doberman Pinscher Papillon versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Papillon versus Bedlington Terrier Papillon versus Flat-Coated Retriever Papillon versus Keeshond Papillon versus Lancashire Heeler Papillon versus American Hairless Terrier Papillon versus Siberian Husky Papillon versus Chihuahua Papillon versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Papillon versus French Bulldog Papillon versus Kai Ken Papillon versus Australian Cattle Dog Papillon versus Sussex Spaniel Papillon versus American Water Spaniel Papillon versus Aussiedoodle Papillon versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Papillon versus Pomapoo Papillon versus Karelian Bear Dog Papillon versus Frenchton Papillon versus Chinook Papillon versus Lhasa Apso Papillon versus Boxer Papillon versus Biewer Terrier
Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pomsky versus Bullmastiff Pomsky versus Newfoundland Pomsky versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Pomsky versus Chinook Pomsky versus English Cocker Spaniel Pomsky versus Dogo Argentino Pomsky versus Chinese Crested Pomsky versus German Wirehaired Pointer Pomsky versus German Shorthaired Pointer Pomsky versus Valley Bulldog Pomsky versus Cane Corso Pomsky versus Afghan Hound Pomsky versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pomsky versus Saint Berdoodle Pomsky versus Alaskan Malamute Pomsky versus Biewer Terrier Pomsky versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Pomsky versus Newfoundland Pomsky versus Bichon Frise Pomsky versus Shiloh Shepherd Pomsky versus Lhasa Apso Pomsky versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pomsky versus Black Mouth Cur Pomsky versus Schnoodle Pomsky versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Conclusion: Papillon versus Pomsky. 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 Pomsky better suits you and your family.