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A Dachshund may be short, but they’re long in body and personality. These dogs are stubborn and can be aggressive, but are extremely loyal, loving, and protective of their families. It takes patience to raise a Dachshund, but there are many rewards. Full-grown, they typically weigh 16-32 pounds and stand 8-9 inches tall.

Dachshunds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Dachshunds fit best in homes where they can live indoors with their pet parents. Families with smaller children may want to choose a different breed, as Dachshunds can be a little too feisty and aggressive toward kids, especially if they don’t understand how to treat a dog with respect. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

Dachshunds need exercise a few times a day. They’ll enjoy a brisk walk, and their little legs can actually carry them for quite a distance if you’ve got time for a longer stroll. In general, plan on allotting about 30 minutes of exercise per day. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Dachshunds actually come in three different coat types, wire-haired, long-haired, and smooth. For smooth-haired and long-haired Dachshunds, a weekly brushing will help clean their hair and cut back on shedding. For wire-haired Dachshunds, you’ll need to pluck or strip their hair about twice a year and trim their excess hair around their eyebrows and paws. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Dachshunds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Dachshunds fit best in homes where they can live indoors with their pet parents. They will act out and dig even more if left to their own devices full-time in your backyard. They are fairly easy to train.

Pomeranians lived in the lap of luxury among British royalty in the 1800s. The times may have changed, but their personalities have not. Poms still enjoy being doted on, but will shower you with love in return. Full-grown, they typically weigh 3-7 pounds and stand 6-7 inches tall.

Pomeranians are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. Indoor dogs, they are pretty adaptable and can live in most settings. Pomeranians are loving family members who are best matched with older, gentle children due to their small, delicate bodies. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

Pomeranians enjoy daily walks and lots of playtime with their families. These pups may be small, but they can sure hop, skip, and jump with the best of them. They thrive in doggie sports like agility, obedience, and flyball. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Being this pretty doesn’t come easy. Pomeranians require some upkeep to maintain their good looks. Poms have a thick double coat that requires daily brushing. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Pomeranians are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Although Pomeranians may be high maintenance in the grooming department, they are low-key when it comes to their living environment. Indoor dogs, they are pretty adaptable and can live in most settings. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.