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Australian Shepherds are a beautiful breed with merle coats, high energy, and and an obsession with being close to their families. These dogs are wonderful family companions, but be prepared to keep them active and occupied to avoid having a sad, destructive Aussie. Full-grown, they typically weigh 40-65 pounds and stand 18-23 inches tall.

Australian Shepherds are generally excellent with children of all ages. Australian Shepherds are great companion for kids and other pets, especially if they’re socialized as puppies. These dogs can be happy in warm or cool climates, but they need plenty of space to run and play and should have their primary living space indoors. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Aussies need a lot of high-energy activities and mental stimulation to keep them happy. They’re the perfect exercise buddies, especially for families that like being outdoors. Take your Australian Shepherd for a run, hike, or a long play session in a big backyard to keep their hearts soaring and their minds sharp. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The Australian Shepherd has a dense undercoat and outer coat with medium to long hair that’s straight or slightly wavy. Aussies’ fur is short and soft on their head and legs, with a thick mane around the neck. These dogs can be black, red, red merle (dark patches on a light background), or blue merle, and some may have white markings or tan points too. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Australian Shepherds are best suited for a home with a yard, though they can adapt to apartment life with enough exercise. These dogs can be happy in warm or cool climates, but they need plenty of space to run and play and should have their primary living space indoors. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

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.