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Cavapoms are usually sweet and loving, but with Cavalier and Pomeranian genes, the specifics of their personalities will vary with each dog. Overall, you can expect these family-friendly pups to love their families, chasing balls, and taking all the hugs they can get. Full-grown, they typically weigh 8-16 pounds and stand 10-13 inches tall.

Cavapoms are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Cavapoms make great playmates for older children, but because they’re small, they should be watched around kids to prevent them from being too rough with the dog. With enough training and socialization, they can get along fine with other dogs and cats too. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Much like their personalities, the Cavapom’s activity needs will vary depending on their genes and lifestyle. They’re known to adapt to their family’s habits, so if you like to be active, your Cavapom will gladly join in on a game of catch or a spirited jog. If you prefer a more relaxed lifestyle, the Cavapom will be content to keep you company as long as they get a walk or two each day. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Cavapom’s coat is usually soft and straight (like a Cavalier), thick and rough (like a Pomeranian), or a mix of both. Their fur is typically black and tan, red and white, red, or multicolored. Cavapoms are moderate shedders that need to be brushed a few times each week. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Cavapoms are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. The Cavapom’s size makes them suitable for apartment life, and they should always live indoors, where they can rest  comfortably and around people. 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.