Pomeranian Information
| Weight: | 4-7 pounds |
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| Height: | 6-7 inches |
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Description
A very pretty and intelligent looking dog, the Pomeranian is a sweet and dainty toy dog with an alert and lively expression, and a beautiful, fluffy coat. The wedge shaped head of this breed gives it a unique appearance, and many have faces that can be described as similar to a fox but on a smaller scale.
The ears of these dogs are small and erect, and the dark, bright, almond shaped eyes add to the intelligent expression of the breed. The nose of this dog can vary and may be the same color as his coat or may be black. These dogs have a beautiful feathered plume tail, which curls over the back. The fluffy ruff around the neck of the Pomeranian adds to its distinctive look. The coat is double layered, with a soft, fluffy undercoat and a harsher, long, straight outer coat. The color of these dogs can vary and includes red, orange, white/cream, black, blue, brown, or a combination of colors.
Temperament
The Pomeranian is a dog that boasts many desirable traits. Eager, intelligent, loyal, and lively, these dogs like to please their owners and have plenty of love and affection to bestow upon their families. They can also be very bold and brave, although many may be very wary of strangers. Curious, alert, and good natured, this is a very independent little dog. However, some can become very demanding, and in some cases the Pomeranian may become snappy when nervous or provoked. The Pom has a high spirited nature, and makes a great and entertaining companion. Although this breed gets on well with most household pets, they can get aggressive with other dogs, including much larger ones. They get on well with older children, but may not have the right temperament to be around younger, more boisterous children.
Height & weight
The height of the Pomeranian normally reaches around seven to twelve inches. This toy dog breed normally weighs in at around three to seven pounds.
Common health / behavioral problems
There are a number of health issues that may affect this dog breed. Some of these include slipping kneecaps, eye infections, heart problems, and skin problems. They can also suffer from dental problems, such as early tooth loss.
Trainability
The trainability of this breed is average, and the owner may have to be quite determined and firm in order to maintain an effective training schedule. These dogs can be quite noisy, and training in bark control should start at an early age. As with all dogs, patience and understanding is required from the owner/trainer in order for training to be effective.
Ideal living conditions
The Pomeranian will fare just as well living in an apartment as he will living in a house, as this is quite an inactive breed indoors, and doesn’t necessarily need a yard or garden. These dogs are quite tolerant of colder temperatures.
Exercise requirements
Although the Pomeranian doesn’t need a great deal of exercise, they do enjoy a walk, and can walks for quite some distance without getting tired out. These dogs will love to take regular walks with their owners. However, if you do have a yard or garden your dog can enjoy spending time outdoors in a secure area, which will give him the exercise that he needs.
Diet & nutrition
Due to the oral problems that these dogs are prone to, it is advisable to ensure that they receive a high quality kibble as part of their diet, as this will help to maintain oral health. The Pom is a picky and fussy eater, and does not really like to eat set meals, but prefers to pick at his food throughout the day. Always ensure that your dog has access to fresh drinking water.
Life expectancy
If your Pomeranian is healthy and fit, he can expect to live for between twelve and sixteen years on average.
Grooming requirements
The Pomeranian has a beautiful double coat, and this means that grooming is going to be quite demanding. The coat of this breed should be brushed on a regular basis, and the dog will shed his undercoat once or twice each year. You can also dry shampoo the coat occasionally to keep it in good condition. Regular checks of the mouth, ears, and eyes should be made to keep an eye out for infection or problems.
Origin
The Pomeranian is a toy dog breed that originated in Germany.
Dog group
AKC Toy