Papipoo versus Pomeranian. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Papipoo Versus Pomeranian: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Pomeranian? 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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian 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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Pomeranian 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 Papipoo and for the Pomeranian. 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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Papipoo or the Pomeranian.

Papipoo versus Pomeranian: Overview

Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are similar in size. The Papipoo and the Pomeranian are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Pomeranian 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.

Papipoo versus Pomeranian: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo to the Pomeranian 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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian

Factor Papipoo Pomeranian
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 7 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 16 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 3 to 7 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 14.0 years
Average Price $1500 $2150
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $1500 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo 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 Pomeranian. 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pomeranian is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Pomeranian. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Pomeranian

    Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are most different:

  • Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Pomeranians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Papipoos are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Pomeranians are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Papipoos require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise. However, Pomeranians have low exercise needs.
  • The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Pomeranian

    The Papipoo and the Pomeranian are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are most similar:

  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are very easy to train.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Pomeranian are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Pomeranian

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Pomeranian.

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pomeranians weigh 3 to 7 pounds when fully grown. Pomeranians are 7 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Papipoo versus Pomeranian

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pomeranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Pomeranians is 14.0 years.

    Pomeranians live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Papipoo versus Price of Pomeranian

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Pomeranian puppy is $2150. The price of the Pomeranian typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Pomeranian can be as low as $150 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1412 Pomeranian puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pomeranian is more expensive than the Papipoo.

    Papipoo Pomeranian
    Average Price $1500 $2150
    Price Range $1500 to $1500 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Papipoo and Pomeranian. For different price points, the charts show how many Papipoo puppies or how many Pomeranian puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomeranians

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomeranians

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Papipoo puppy or the Pomeranian 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: Papipoo versus Pomeranian

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Pomeranians do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Pomeranians?

    Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Pomeranians shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Pomeranian

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pomeranians do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Pomeranians require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Pomeranians 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 Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Pomeranians?

    Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Pomeranians are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomeranians Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Pomeranians can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Pomeranian

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Pomeranians do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomeranians Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Pomeranians cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Pomeranians do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Pomeranians?

    Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Pomeranians are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Pomeranians?

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Pomeranians do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Pomeranians are very easy to train.

    Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pomeranians adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Pomeranian?

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Pomeranians are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo 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 Papipoo:

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Pomeranian vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Pomeranian vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Pomeranian vs Toy Poodle.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomeranian

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomeranian 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 Pomeranian:

  • Pomapoo (81 percent match with Pomeranian). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Pomeranian compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Pomeranian to other breeds:

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Bolognese     Papipoo versus Norwich Terrier     Papipoo versus Miniature Poodle     Papipoo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Papipoo versus Bullmastiff     Papipoo versus Barbet     Papipoo versus Boxer     Papipoo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Papipoo versus Briard     Papipoo versus Standard Poodle     Papipoo versus Norwegian Buhund     Papipoo versus Labrador Retriever     Papipoo versus Japanese Spitz     Papipoo versus Standard Poodle     Papipoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Papipoo versus Frenchton     Papipoo versus Beagle     Papipoo versus Black Russian Terrier     Papipoo versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Papipoo versus Finnish Spitz     Papipoo versus Basenji     Papipoo versus Chinook     Papipoo versus Pug     Papipoo versus Brittany     

    Pomeranian Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomeranian versus Maltipoo     Pomeranian versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Pomeranian versus Australian Kelpie     Pomeranian versus Siberian Husky     Pomeranian versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Pomeranian versus Saint Bernard     Pomeranian versus American Bulldog     Pomeranian versus Irish Setter     Pomeranian versus Newfoundland     Pomeranian versus Portuguese Pointer     Pomeranian versus Spanish Mastiff     Pomeranian versus Shiranian     Pomeranian versus Mudi     Pomeranian versus English Springer Spaniel     Pomeranian versus Saint Bernard     Pomeranian versus Australian Shepherd     Pomeranian versus Border Terrier     Pomeranian versus Plott     Pomeranian versus Border Terrier     Pomeranian versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Pomeranian versus Japanese Spitz     Pomeranian versus Border Terrier     Pomeranian versus Australian Shepherd     Pomeranian versus Basset Hound     

    Conclusion: Papipoo versus Pomeranian. 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 Papipoo and the Pomeranian better suits you and your family.