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Name	Golden Retriever	Pomeranian	Norfolk Terrier
Origins	Scotland	Germany Poland	United Kingdom
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Pomeranian? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)	11 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$600-$800	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Golden Retriever 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.	Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.	Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	3 to 4 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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fluffy	Wiry Shaggy
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier color?	Golden Light	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Yes Golden Retriever 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 Norfolk Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norfolk Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.	Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Pomeranian or Norfolk Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Pomeranian and Norfolk Terrier have?	5-10 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Pomeranian vs Norfolk Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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	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	No data available

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