Dalmatian vs Pomeranian

Compare the Dalmatian to the Pomeranian. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Dalmatians and Pomeranians.

Dalmatian vs Pomeranian
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
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General Details
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-16 Years
12-16 Years
Height
19-24 Inches
7-12 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
3-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Origin Country
Croatia
Germany
Origin Year
1600 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-85 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Average Lifespan
13-16 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Kidney stones
Iris sphincter dysplasia
Skin allergies
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Collapsed trachea
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Dry eye
Seizures
Heat intolerance
Heatstroke
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Dalmatian
Pomeranian
Breed Colors
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