Is the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo better for families with children?

Both the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) and the Pomapoo are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo?

The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) sheds more than the Pomapoo. If shedding is a concern, the Pomapoo is the lower-maintenance choice.

Which is easier to train, the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo bigger?

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) and Pomapoo are a similar size (Very Small).

Which barks more, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo?

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) tends to be the more vocal of the two, so Pomapoo is the quieter choice.

Which is better for apartment living, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo?

For apartment or flat living, Pomapoo has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

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Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) vs Pomapoo: full comparison

Trait	Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)	Pomapoo
Size	Very Small	Very Small
Energy level	Medium	Medium
Trainability	Medium	Medium
Friendliness	Medium	High
Good with children	Low	Low
Grooming needs	Very Low	High
Shedding	Medium	Low
Barking	Very High	High
Protectiveness	High	High
Adaptability	High	High
Typical lifespan	15 years	14 years
Hypoallergenic	No	Yes

Key differences at a glance

The Pomapoo has noticeably higher grooming than the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat).

Size and living space

The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) is one of the smallest breeds you can own that slots into a studio flat without trouble and travels almost anywhere with you. By comparison, the Pomapoo is one of the smallest breeds you can own that slots into a studio flat without trouble and travels almost anywhere with you. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) wants a decent walk or two each day and some playtime. The Pomapoo wants a decent walk or two each day and some playtime. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) takes almost no grooming, since the odd brush keeps it tidy and sheds moderately, with heavier blowouts as the seasons turn. The Pomapoo requires frequent brushing and regular professional trims and drops very little hair. The Pomapoo is also considered hypoallergenic, an advantage for allergy sufferers. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, barks a great deal, which is worth considering with neighbours close by and can share a home with children given careful, supervised introductions. The Pomapoo picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, is a vocal breed that sounds the alarm readily and can share a home with children given careful, supervised introductions. On guarding instinct, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) keeps a watchful eye and is protective of home and family, whereas Pomapoo keeps a watchful eye and is protective of home and family.

Which is better for…

For apartment or flat living, Pomapoo has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.
For families with young children, Pomapoo has the edge, being the more naturally child-friendly and sociable of the two.
For first-time dog owners, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) and Pomapoo are an even match — either can work well.
For being left alone during the workday, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) has the edge, coping better with independence and being quieter when unsupervised.
For allergy sufferers, Pomapoo has the edge, as it is hypoallergenic and lower-shedding.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) if you prefer lower grooming upkeep or you want a longer-lived breed.

Choose the Pomapoo if you need a hypoallergenic, low-dander coat, you want a more outgoing, sociable dog, or you want less shedding around the home.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo better for families with children?: Both the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) and the Pomapoo are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo?: The Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) sheds more than the Pomapoo. If shedding is a concern, the Pomapoo is the lower-maintenance choice.
Which is easier to train, the Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or the Pomapoo?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo bigger?: Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) and Pomapoo are a similar size (Very Small).
Which barks more, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo?: Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) tends to be the more vocal of the two, so Pomapoo is the quieter choice.
Which is better for apartment living, Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) or Pomapoo?: For apartment or flat living, Pomapoo has the edge, thanks to its size, quieter nature and more manageable energy.

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) vs Pomapoo