Pomeranian vs Toy Fox Terrier

Compare the Pomeranian to the Toy Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Pomeranians and Toy Fox Terriers.

Pomeranian vs Toy Fox Terrier
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
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General Details
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Height
7-12 Inches
8½-11½ Inches
Weight
3-7 Pounds
3½-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Germany
United States
Origin Year
1500 AD
1930 AD
Temperament
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Traits
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-16 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Collapsed trachea
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Dry eye
Seizures
Heat intolerance
Heatstroke
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Pomeranian
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
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